US Popularity:12090
Origin:Chinese
Other Origin(s):Hawaiian
Meaning:Power; Prestige; Kindness; Water, stream
While the name Wai may be short, it packs a serious punch. This masculine pick derives from the Chinese surname Hui and shares roots with Wei, Peng, and the ancient Han dynasty. It means "power," "prestige," and "kindness" in Cantonese and Mandarin. Wai is also a Hawaiian name meaning "water" or "stream." With this fascinating name, baby will carry the glory of empires and the gentleness of a calm stream. It's as if your little one is destined to be a superhero with a heart of gold!

Wai Name Popularity Data

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
1999
#24060
in 1999
- 1354
from 1997
In comparison to the previous year's data
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