Wai
UnisexWai has been given to 262 babies in the U.S. since 1970. It peaked in 1982.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
262
Peak year
1982 (26 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1970
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
34% girls / 66% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Wai — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Wai.
Sibling name ideas for Wai
Same era and popularity as Wai, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Wai?
Wai has been given to 262 babies in the U.S. since 1970. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Wai peak?
Wai peaked in 1982, when 26 babies were given the name.
Is Wai a girl or boy name?
Wai is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.
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