Lành is a unisex given name of Vietnamese origin. The name means "good, favourable, gentle" in the Vietnamese language, reflecting qualities of kindness and moral rectitude. As a native Vietnamese word (rather than a Sino-Vietnamese compound), Lành is part of a category of names drawn directly from everyday qualities, which contrasts with more formal names derived from Chinese characters.
In Vietnamese culture, names with positive meanings are often chosen in the hope that the child will embody those traits. Lành, with its association with gentleness and goodness, is valued for its softness in both sound and sentiment. It is less common than names like An or Hiếu, but it carries a cultural resonance found in traditional proverbs and sayings emphasizing living a peaceful, upright life.
- Meaning: Good, favourable, gentle
- Origin: Vietnamese (native word)
- Type: Given name
- Usage: Vietnam (unisex)