Tou is a unique and striking first name of Vietnamese origin, meaning "peace" or "tranquility". It consists of just three letters, yet it carries significant cultural and historical weight. The name Tou is often given to children as a symbol of harmony and calmness, reflecting the parents' hopes for their child's life journey. In Vietnamese culture, names are deeply meaningful, and Tou exemplifies this tradition beautifully. Despite its foreign origin, Tou has gained global recognition and is increasingly being chosen by parents around the world who appreciate its simplicity, strength, and profound meaning.
The name Tou experienced significant popularity from 1980 to around the mid-1990s, with a peak of 82 births in 1990. However, its usage has steadily declined since then, reaching as low as 5 births in some recent years (2006, 2011). Overall, there have been 1254 births named Tou from 1980 to 2015.