# What Does the Name Nam Mean?

Nam is a boy name of Vietnamese origin. It means “south”.

**Origin:** Vietnamese

  **Gender:** boy

  **Pronunciation:** NAHM

The name Nam comes from Vietnamese roots, where it carries the meaning “south”. It is pronounced NAHM.

Is Nam a boy or girl name? Nam is traditionally used as a boy name.

## More Vietnamese names

- [**Phong**wind](/baby-name-phong-meaning/)
- [**Quang**clear, bright](/baby-name-quang-meaning/)
- [**Son**mountain](/baby-name-son-meaning/)

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Nam?

Nam means “south”. It is a name of Vietnamese origin.

### What origin is the name Nam?

Nam is of Vietnamese origin.

### Is Nam a boy or girl name?

Nam is traditionally a boy name.