# What Does the Name Nhat Mean?

Nhat is a boy name of Vietnamese origin. It means “sun”.

**Origin:** Vietnamese

  **Gender:** boy

  **Pronunciation:** NYAHT

The name Nhat comes from Vietnamese roots, where it carries the meaning “sun”. It is pronounced NYAHT.

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

## More Vietnamese names

- [**Vinh**glory](/baby-name-vinh-meaning/)
- [**Anh**bright](/baby-name-anh-meaning/)
- [**Linh**spirit, soul](/baby-name-linh-meaning/)

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Nhat?

Nhat means “sun”. It is a name of Vietnamese origin.

### What origin is the name Nhat?

Nhat is of Vietnamese origin.

### Is Nhat a boy or girl name?

Nhat is traditionally a boy name.