Hui
hoo-yee
US Popularity:12503
Origin:Chinese
Meaning:Intelligent, wise; Brightness; Benevolence, kindness, to bestow, benefit, favor
Hui is a gender-neutral baby name of Chinese origin meaning “intelligent,” “wise,” and “brightness.” Hui also comes with a selfless air, with the additional meanings “benevolence,” “kindness,” “to bestow,” “benefit,” and “favor.” In ancient Chinese traditions, especially Confucianism, wisdom and hope are pillars of the philosophy. Luckily, the name Hui carries these strong connotations in just a few letters. With any luck, it can inspire baby to make good choices and hopefully help others along the way, too.
Hui Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Hui is currently #4697 on The Bump
Boy:Hui is currently #2640 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Hui is currently #3122 on The Bump Girl Names
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2007
Gender:
Girl
#18668
in 2007
- 7278
from 2001
Sources
Behind the Name, Hui, April 2021
My China Roots, Hui Surname Origins
Britannica, Confucianism, March 2024
Ancestry, Hui Family History
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