Wei
UnisexWei has been given to 369 babies in the U.S. since 1970. It peaked in 2001. In 2025, about 1 in 244,011 boys was named Wei.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
369
Peak year
2001 (20 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1970
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
21% girls / 79% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Wei — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Wei.
Sibling name ideas for Wei
Same era and popularity as Wei, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Wei?
Wei has been given to 369 babies in the U.S. since 1970. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Wei peak?
Wei peaked in 2001, when 20 babies were given the name.
Is Wei a girl or boy name?
Wei is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.
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