Wei Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationWay / weɪChinese
Meaning
great; outstanding
Historical & Cultural Background
Wei is a common Chinese given name and surname. In Chinese history, the Wei state was one of the three major states during the Three Kingdoms period. The name is often associated with various cultural and historical figures in Chinese literature and philosophy. It reflects a rich heritage and is used in various contexts across Chinese-speaking communities.
Similar Names
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International Variants
- Wei (Chinese)
Famous people named Wei
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Fictional characters named Wei
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Wei was first seen in the United States in 1970. Wei has ranked as high as #1247 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in New York, and California. In the past 5 years the name Wei has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Wei (2007)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2017 | 8 |