Lord, master, or hero
Bawi is a significant name in the Chin languages of Myanmar, often used as a prefix or suffix in compound names. It denotes high status, leadership, or a person of noble character. In the Chin community, it carries the weight of respect and authority.
Less common today
Bawi isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,509 in 2015.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Professional footballer from Myanmar