Longing, desire, or a wish
In the Oromo language of East Africa, Hawi translates to a deep longing, desire, or a wish. It is a name that conveys hope and the fulfillment of a parent's aspirations. While rare in the United States, it is a meaningful and culturally significant name in Ethiopia and surrounding regions.
Less common today
Hawi isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #10,037 in 2014.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
