Cambodia Baby Names
Khmer names often use nature and virtue words.
Cambodia baby naming trends in Asia combine local tradition and global favorites.
Current high-interest names include boys like Sophea, Rith, Sopheak and girls like Sreyneang, Chan, Sophea. Explore meanings, origins, and pronunciation below.
Most Popular Boy Names in Cambodia
- #1SopheaKhmerA Cambodian name meaning 'wisdom' or 'cleverness.' It is a common and respected name reflecting high intellectual aspirations.SOP-heuh
- #2RithKhmerA Cambodian name meaning 'power,' 'strength,' or 'success.' It is a short and powerful choice reflecting high aspirations.RITH
- #3SopheakKhmerA Cambodian name meaning 'gentle face' or 'pleasant appearance.' It suggests a person with a kind and attractive disposition.SOP-heak
- #4VannakKhmerA Cambodian name meaning 'one who has good character' or 'noble person.' It suggests a child of integrity and merit.VAN-nak
- #5BoreyKhmerA Cambodian name meaning 'city' or 'developed area.' It suggests a person of importance, civilization, and structured growth.BOR-ey
- #6PisethKhmerA Cambodian name meaning 'rare,' 'special,' or 'supreme.' It suggests a child who is exceptionally valued and stands above others.PIS-eth
- #7VuthyKhmerA Cambodian name meaning 'prosperity' or 'success.' It reflects the parents' hope for the child's bright and stable future.VUT-hy
- #8KosalKhmerA Cambodian name meaning 'clever' or 'meritorious.' It suggests a child with a sharp mind and a virtuous character.KOS-al
- #9SokhaKhmerA Cambodian name meaning 'happiness' or 'tranquility.' It reflects the hope for the child's peaceful and content life.SOK-huh
- #10SambathKhmerA Cambodian name meaning 'fortune,' 'wealth,' or 'blessing.' It reflects the parents' hopes for the child's prosperous future.SAM-bath
Most Popular Girl Names in Cambodia
- #1SreyneangKhmerA Cambodian name meaning 'beautiful girl' or 'precious young woman.' It reflects the family's affection and high regard for the child.SREYN-eang
- #2ChanKhmer/ChineseIn Korean, 'Chan' can mean 'bright,' 'shining,' or 'praiseworthy' depending on the hanja. It is a common element in many Korean names.CHAN
- #3SopheaKhmerA Cambodian name meaning 'wisdom' or 'cleverness.' It is a common and respected name reflecting high intellectual aspirations.SOP-heuh
- #4DaraKhmerA Cambodian name meaning 'star' or 'precious.' It is used for both boys and girls, symbolizing guidance, light, and value.DAR-uh
- #5SreypovKhmerA Cambodian name meaning 'youngest daughter.' It is a sweet and traditional name indicating the child's special place in the family.SREYP-ov
- #6PiseyKhmerA Cambodian name meaning 'beloved' or 'precious.' It is often used as an affectionate name reflecting deep family love.PIS-ey
- #7SokunKhmerA Cambodian name meaning 'gratitude' or 'merit.' It reflects the family's spiritual thankfulness and the child's virtuous potential.SOK-un
- #8RathanaKhmerA Cambodian name from Sanskrit meaning 'precious stone' or 'gem.' It reflects the great value the child holds for the family.RAT-han-uh
- #9SreyKhmerA Cambodian name meaning 'girl' or 'woman.' It is also used as a common prefix for female names, signifying femininity.SREY
- #10SithaKhmerA Cambodian name referring to 'Sita,' the heroine of the Ramayana. It symbolizes purity, devotion, and virtuous character.SIT-huh