Sui
Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Sui: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 1992.
The name Sui draws from multiple cultural roots, most familiar to English speakers as a Chinese given name meaning 'follow' or 'as you wish', while in Japanese it can signify 'water' or 'essence'. Notable bearers include Chinese model Sui He and Olympic gymnast Sui Lu, giving the name international visibility. Though less directly tied to places, the Sui dynasty of ancient China shares the same character, and the town of Sui in Pakistan offers a geographic link. In Scotland, this concise, elegant name has appeared occasionally since the 1970s, reflecting the country's growing multicultural diversity. It presents a distinctive alternative to more common short forms like Sue or Suzy, with a soft, fluid sound that suits modern naming tastes.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19923 babies
- Latest (1992)
- #3803 babies
- Total births
- 3since 1992
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y