girl name · Chinese origin
Hui
/ HWAY /
Meaning
Hui means Wisdom, bright (慧) (Chinese).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Chinese
Pronunciation
HWAY
Popularity of Hui in the US, 1880–2025
Hui first appears in US records in 1991. It peaked in 2001, when 8 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Hui mean?
Hui is commonly the character 慧, “wisdom, intelligence,” or 辉, “brightness.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hui mean?
Hui means Wisdom, bright (慧). Hui is commonly the character 慧, “wisdom, intelligence,” or 辉, “brightness.”
What is the origin of the name Hui?
Hui is of Chinese origin.
How do you pronounce Hui?
Hui is pronounced “HWAY.”
Is Hui a boy or a girl name?
Hui is most commonly used as a girl name.
When was the name Hui most popular?
Hui was most popular in 2001, when about 8 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.