Wai
Burmese · Boy · 1 syllable
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About the name Wai
Wai is a Thai given name derived from the Sanskrit word "वै" (vai), meaning "to weave" or "to move," though in Thai usage it often carries connotations of grace or elegance.
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Etymology
Wai is a Thai given name derived from the Sanskrit word "वै" (vai), meaning "to weave" or "to move," though in Thai usage it often carries connotations of grace or elegance. The name is primarily used in Thailand and among Thai communities, with no specific religious affiliation, and has been borne by various Thai historical and cultural figures.
Wai currently ranks #10,272 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1977.
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