UK boy's name
Phat
Of Vietnamese origin, meaning success and prosperity.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2007. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Phat is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Phat popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2007 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4333, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2007 to 2007. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Phat is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Phat. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2008 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Phat ranked #4333 for boys in England and Wales in 2007, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 3 boys were registered as Phat.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Phat as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4333
2007
Births in 2007
3
Latest year
Peak year
2007
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Phat mean?
The name Phat originates from the Vietnamese language and culture, dating back to the 18th century. It is derived from the Old Vietnamese word "phat," meaning "rise" or "develop," signifying prosperity and growth. The name was commonly used in rural areas of Vietnam during the Nguyen Dynasty (1802-1945).
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Phat can be found in the annals of the Nguyen Dynasty, where it was recorded as the name of a local village leader in the province of Quang Nam in the early 1800s. This village leader was known for his efforts in promoting agricultural development and improving the livelihood of the local community.
In the late 19th century, the name Phat gained popularity among Vietnamese immigrants who settled in various parts of Southeast Asia, particularly in Thailand and Cambodia. Some notable individuals with the name Phat from this period include Phat Lam (1865-1932), a prominent Buddhist monk and scholar who played a significant role in preserving Vietnamese Buddhist traditions in Thailand.
During the 20th century, the name Phat continued to be used in Vietnam, although its popularity declined somewhat due to the influence of Western culture and names. However, it remained a respected name, often associated with values of hard work, perseverance, and success.
One of the most famous individuals with the name Phat in modern times is Phat Diem (1892-1963), a Vietnamese Catholic priest and activist who played a pivotal role in the Vietnamese independence movement against French colonial rule. He was widely respected for his unwavering commitment to social justice and national liberation.
Another notable figure with the name Phat is Phat Dut (1919-2001), a Vietnamese artist and calligrapher who was celebrated for his contributions to the preservation and promotion of traditional Vietnamese art forms. His works are displayed in various museums and galleries around the world.
While the name Phat is not as common in contemporary times, it remains a respected and meaningful name within Vietnamese culture, carrying associations of growth, prosperity, and resilience.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Phat by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Phat was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4333 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Phat
- Patrick 17,559
- Peter 13,150
- Paul 8,542
- Philip 4,997
- Parker 4,664
- Phoenix 3,865
- Preston 3,370
- Prince 1,782
- Patryk 1,763
- Phillip 1,697
- Percy 1,395
- Perry 1,015
FAQ
Phat: questions and answers
How popular is the name Phat in the UK right now?
In 2007, Phat was ranked #4333 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Phat most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 3 babies registered as Phat in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Phat?
Of Vietnamese origin, meaning success and prosperity.
How many people are called Phat in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Phat across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.