Thein

Thein is a Burmese given name component commonly used in Myanmar. In Burmese naming practice, individuals typically do not have fixed family names; personal names are chosen and used together, with Thein appearing either as the first or second element in two-syllable or longer names. The syllable is used across genders, though it is more frequently associated with masculine names.

The meaning of Thein is not fixed in isolation, since Burmese names derive their significance from the accompanying syllables. Thein is often combined with other elements to form names that express positive attributes such as auspiciousness, virtue, or leadership. As with many Burmese names, the precise nuance depends on the full name and its cultural context.

Notable people: The best known figure with Thein in the name is Thein Sein, a Burmese politician who served as President of Myanmar from 2011 to 2016. In Burmese, Thein Sein is a two-syllable given name, not a family surname, and transliterations can vary in English.

Usage outside Myanmar: Among Burmese communities abroad, the name Thein continues to appear in personal names. Transcription into the Latin alphabet can vary, with spellings such as Thein or other closely related forms depending on the transliteration system used.