Dau
First Name Meaning, Usage, Popularity & Related Names
Dau is a Vietnamese name meaning “the first”. It is a rare name, overwhelmingly used for boys, with 100% male usage.
Meaning & Origin of the name Dau
Dau is a name of Vietnamese origin, historically associated with concepts of connection or being placed at the head of a sequence. The name derives from linguistic roots often denoting 'the first' or 'beginning' in various Austroasiatic contexts. While frequently used as a surname or middle element, its usage as a given name centers on the notion of precedence. These cultural naming practices emphasize the orderly progression of family lineage.
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Gender Usage of the Name Dau
Overall Gender Classification Methodology
Dau is overwhelmingly used as a name for boys. Approximately 100% of recorded bearers are male. The available records provide a reasonable indication of current usage.
Popularity of the Name Dau
Overall PopularityMethodology
Dau is listed under Rare Boy Names worldwide. Its popularity varies considerably across the available regional markets, with the strongest usage in Canada.
| Region | Popularity | Birth Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | — |
| United Kingdom | Extremely-Rare | 1 in every 1,111M births |
| Canada | Uncommon | 1 in every 963K births |
| Australia | Uncommon | 1 in every 1.14M births |
Ranking OverviewMethodology
Dau was last recorded at #4,741 on the Popular Boys’ Names Worldwide List (2022) and has not appeared in the latest official-year lists for major markets.
Historically, its best recorded position was #3,081 in 2000. Its lowest recorded position was #9,247 in 2012. Over the last 13 years (2009–2022) the name rose 247 places (from #4,988 to #4,741).
Characteristics of the Name Dau
Pronunciation & StructureMethodology
- Phonetic Source
- CMU
- Syllables
- 1 syllable — One-Syllable Boy Names
- Length
- 3 letters — Short Boy Names
- Starts with
- D — Boy Names Starting with D
- Ends with
- u — Boy Names Ending in “u”
Name AestheticMethodology
Dau is defined by its extreme one-syllable brevity and a sharp phonetic transition, creating a Sleek & Modern impression. This form is often utilized within Vietnamese naming conventions where monosyllabic impact is prioritized.
Middle Names For Dau
Middle names used with DauMethodology
Dau is most frequently used with: Dau Van
Middle name suggestions for DauMethodology
Based on observed first-middle-name pattern combinations, Dau is most frequently associated with boy middle names that have 2 syllables, Strong–Weak stress pattern, 6 letters, and a starting sound of “a”.
Examples: Dau Andrew · Dau Albert · Dau Alfred · Dau Antwan · Dau Antwon. View all 40 suggested middle names.
Associations of the Name Dau
Royal UsageMethodology
Featured among Royal Boy Names, the name Dau has been used by 5sons 1dau (born 1235).
Names Similar to Dau
Sound Like Dau Finder
Names with the exact same overall pronunciation and sound: Ty · Teo · Tai · View all 34 names
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Names that begin with a similar phonetic sound: David · Daniel · Donald · View all Top 100 names
Rhymes With Dau Finder
Names that share similar ending sounds and rhymes: Joe · Leo · Antonio · View all Top 100 names
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Names with matching syllable stress and pronunciation rhythm: James · John · Charles · View all Top 100 names
Dictionary & Etymology of “Dau”
Dictionary Meaning of "Dau"Methodology
alternative spelling of dạú
More Info
How to Spell Dau in ASL
- D
- a
- u
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