Wai
boy nameWai entered the US charts in 1970, peaked at #2791 in 1977, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1970–2025
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rank today
#2791
peak (1977)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4043 |
| 1980s | #4439 |
| 1990s | #8090 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Wai are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Wai alive today was born around 1982, making them about 43 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wai in 2025?
- Wai is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Wai most popular?
- Wai peaked in 1977, reaching #2791 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wai with classmates?
- Wai will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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