Rui Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationROO-ee / ruːiChinese; Japanese
Meaning
Chinese: 'wise'; Japanese: 'distant'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Chinese culture, Rui is often associated with wisdom and auspiciousness. It is a name that has been used historically in various dynasties. In Japan, Rui can be a part of several compound names, reflecting different meanings based on kanji used. The name is relatively modern in usage but has gained popularity in recent years.
Trend Summary
Rui has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past decade.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ruiy
- Ruii
International Variants
- Rui (Portuguese)
- Rui (Chinese)
- Rui (Japanese)
Famous people named Rui
Rui Hachimura is a professional basketball player known for his time in the NBA.
Rui Costa is a retired Portuguese professional cyclist who won the World Championship.
Rui Patrício is a Portuguese football goalkeeper recognized for his performances in international competitions.
Rui de Oliveira is a Brazilian artist known for his contributions to contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Rui
Rui is a character in the anime series 'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba', known for his role as a demon.
Rui is a character in the video game 'The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel', serving as a supporting character.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rui was first seen in the United States in 1967. Rui has ranked as high as #1298 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Massachusetts, New York, Washington, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Rui has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rui (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 12 | |
| NY | 8 | |
| WA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1971 | 20 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 21 |
| 1975 | 21 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1977 | 17 |
| 1978 | 19 |
| 1979 | 15 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 15 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 19 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 27 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 34 |
| 2022 | 42 |
| 2023 | 47 |
| 2024 | 62 |