What Are People From Vietnam Called?

Name: Vietnam
Address: Southeast Asia, Vietnam

Southeast Asia, Vietnam

Vietnam

People from Vietnam are called:

People from Vietnam are called Vietnamese.

Demonym:

Vietnamese

Pronunciation:

/ˌviːətnəˈmiːz/

About Vietnam

Capital city: Hanoi.
S-shaped country along eastern Indochina Peninsula.
Rapidly growing economy known as one of Asia's tigers.
Rich history spanning thousands of years.
Known for stunning landscapes, vibrant cities, and delicious cuisine.

Quick Facts

Population:: 98,858,950 (2024 est.)
Country:: Vietnam
Region:: Southeast Asia

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Etymology & Origin

From 'Việt' (the dominant ethnic group) and 'Nam' (south). The demonym 'Vietnamese' follows English convention.

Nearby Places

Other places in the region and their demonyms

China

north of Vietnam

People are called:

Chinese

Laos

west of Vietnam

People are called:

Laotian

Cambodia

southwest of Vietnam

People are called:

Cambodian

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Population:: 98,858,950 (2024 est.)
Country:: Vietnam
Region:: Southeast Asia

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