Origin
Chinese (Mandarin)
Syllables
1
Zodiac
Taurus
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Wei is a name often given to boys. Ranked #9637 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Chinese (Mandarin) origin and traditionally means "Great and powerful leader". It has 1 syllable.
The Story of Wei
Wei is a classic Mandarin name rooted in characters denoting greatness and strength. It remains popular among Chinese families worldwide for its auspicious connotations. The name implies a steady, ambitious personality with natural authority and quiet determination.
Popularity
Currently ranked #9637 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Pursues achievement and authority.
Seeks variety and freedom.
Expresses creativity and charm.
Manifests power and success.
Zodiac & Astrology
Taurus
Matches enduring strength.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Projects grounded power and stability.
Color Aura
Deep Green
Element
Earth
Season
Spring
Gemstone
Jade
Spirit Animal
Dragon
Power Word
Strength
Energy Type
Earth × Spring
Personality & Traits
Ambitious
Strives for excellence.
Steady
Reliable in all situations.
Noble
Acts with integrity.
Famous People Named Wei
Wei Wei
Chinese singer and actress
Wei Jingsheng
Chinese activist
Wei Zheng
Tang dynasty statesman
Wei in Pop Culture
Wei
Kung Fu Panda
General Wei
Historical drama series
Historical Events
618
Tang dynasty officials named Wei.
1949
Modern Chinese leaders carried the name.
International Variations
Wei in Different Scripts
伟
Chinese (Mandarin)
偉
Japanese (Kanji)
위
Korean
Вэй
Cyrillic
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Wei:
Wei Jun
Wei Hao
Wei Ming
Wei Chen
Wei Li
Wei Yan
Wei Feng
Fun Facts & Trivia
Common in Chinese nobility.
Represents greatness.
Used across East Asia.
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Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.