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Wei
UnisexMeaning of Wei: Chinese: 'greatness or precious'
Wei is a unisex name most strongly associated with Chinese naming. It has 3 letters and 1 syllable, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 9780th most popular name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#9780
7 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
—
Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
369
First recorded 1970 · peak 2001
Trend
stable
Style: rare
Popularity over time
Gender split
79% boys · 21% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
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