Laos Baby Names
Lao names share roots with Thai and Khmer naming.
Laos baby naming trends in Asia combine local tradition and global favorites.
Current high-interest names include boys like Somchai, Khamla, Somsanith and girls like Chanthira, Malai, Kanya. Explore meanings, origins, and pronunciation below.
Most Popular Boy Names in Laos
- #1SomchaiThai/LaoA Thai name meaning 'worthy man' or 'manly.' It is a traditional and very common name reflecting masculine strength and virtue.SOMC-haee
- #2KhamlaLaoA Lao name meaning 'youngest daughter' or 'golden girl.' It is a sweet and traditional name reflecting the child's place in the family.KHAM-luh
- #3SomsanithLaoA Lao name meaning 'peaceful' or 'tranquil.' It suggests a calm personality and a life of harmony and stability.SOM-san-ith
- #4KittisakThai/LaoA Thai and Lao name meaning 'renowned power' or 'glorious achievement.' It reflects aspirations for the child's greatness and prestige.KIT-tis-ak
- #5AnousoneLaoA Lao name meaning 'reminder' or 'memory.' It is often given to preserve the legacy of a loved one or to commemorate a significant event.AN-ous-on-eh
- #6BounmyLaoA Lao name meaning 'meritorious' or 'having good fortune.' It reflects the hope that the person will lead a life of virtue and luck.BOUN-my
- #7SengLaoA Lao name meaning 'light' or 'brightness.' It is a simple and positive name representing clarity and energy.SENG
- #8ChanthavongLaoA Lao name meaning 'moon lineage' or 'descendant of the moon.' It combines 'Chan' (moon) and 'Vong' (lineage/family).CHANT-hav-ong
- #9PhoutthasoneLaoA Lao name meaning 'son of Buddha' or 'blessing of Buddha.' It reflects deep religious devotion and spiritual gratitude.FOUTT-has-on-eh
- #10SysavathLaoA Lao name meaning 'prosperous' or 'successful.' It reflects the family's desire for the child's bright and stable future.SYS-av-ath
Most Popular Girl Names in Laos
- #1ChanthiraLaoA Lao name meaning 'moon' or 'silvery like the moon.' It is a poetic name reflecting celestial beauty and calm.CHANT-hir-uh
- #2MalaiThai/LaoA Thai and Lao name meaning 'garland of flowers.' It is a traditional name representing beauty, celebration, and natural grace.MAL-aee
- #3KanyaThai/LaoA Thai name meaning 'maiden' or 'young woman.' It is a traditional choice reflecting youth and delicate beauty.KAN-yuh
- #4VannaKhmer/LaoA Khmer and Lao name meaning 'golden' or 'color/caste.' It reflects the child's precious value and bright future.VAN-nuh
- #5NoyLaoA Lao name meaning 'small' or 'little.' It is often given as an affectionate name for the youngest child, reflecting their special place in the family.NOY
- #6SomphornLaoA Lao name meaning 'blessing' or 'divine gift.' It reflects the parents' gratitude and the auspicious nature of the child's birth.SOMP-horn
- #7SudaThai/LaoA Thai name meaning 'daughter' or 'young woman.' It is a traditional and simple choice reflecting feminine grace.SUD-uh
- #8AnongThai/LaoA Thai and Lao name meaning 'beautiful woman' or 'graceful.' It is a traditional choice reflecting elegance and cultural aesthetic.AN-ong
- #9MonthidaThaiA Thai name meaning 'daughter of the king' or 'noble girl.' It reflects the precious and high status of the child in the family.MONT-hid-uh
- #10PhetsamoneLaoA Lao name meaning 'diamond-like' or 'precious stone.' It reflects the child's high value and enduring character.FET-sam-on-eh