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Wabi Boy

Popularity: · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationWAH-bee / ˈwɑːbi

Japanese; Swahili

Meaning

Japanese: 'to be' or 'to exist'; Swahili: 'to be' or 'to exist'

Historical & Cultural Background

In Japanese culture, the name Wabi is often associated with the aesthetic concept of 'wabi-sabi', which values simplicity and the beauty of imperfection. This philosophy has deep roots in Zen Buddhism and influences various art forms in Japan. In Swahili, the name reflects a similar meaning of existence and being. The name is not widely used in Western cultures, making it unique.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Wabi was first seen in the United States in 2020. Wabi has ranked as high as #1351 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Wabi has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20205