Great, power, or lofty
Wei is a common Chinese name with several possible meanings depending on the Chinese character used. It most frequently represents 'greatness' or 'power' when used for boys, but can also mean 'lofty' or 'extraordinary'. It has been a prominent name in Chinese history, notably associated with the State of Wei.
Less common today
Wei isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,921 in 1998.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Chinese human rights activist
Chinese pop singer and actor
Protagonist of the novel Mo Dao Zu Shi · The Untamed
General of the state of Shu Han during the Three Kingdoms period
