Vai
Sanskrit · Girl · 1 syllable
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About the name Vai
Vai means "wind" or "air" and derives from Sanskrit, the ancient Indo-European language of India.
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Etymology
Vai means "wind" or "air" and derives from Sanskrit, the ancient Indo-European language of India. The name is primarily used in Hindu and Indian cultures, with historical significance in Sanskrit literature and Hindu philosophical texts.
Vai currently ranks #17,094 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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