Trinh

Trinh is a surname of Vietnamese origin. It is one of the most common surnames in Vietnam. The character for Trinh is 鄭. It is believed to have originated from the ancient state of Zheng during the Zhou Dynasty in China. Over centuries, as Han Chinese migrated and interacted with different ethnic groups, the surname spread to various regions, including Vietnam.

The Trinh surname is found across all regions of Vietnam. Families with this surname are diverse and do not necessarily share a single common ancestor in recent history. Like many surnames, it is a marker of lineage and family identity. Historically, individuals with the Trinh surname have held positions in various fields, contributing to Vietnamese society in areas such as politics, arts, and sciences.

The pronunciation of Trinh in Vietnamese is [cɪŋ]. While the surname is prevalent, it is not typically associated with any particular social class or origin within Vietnam, reflecting its widespread adoption over a long period.