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Lawi

♂ Boy

Pronounced LAH-wee /ˈlɑː.wi/Medium

Meaning: Lawi is used as a given name in Ethiopia and in Malawi and neighboring countries; in Ethiopian and Amharic Bible tradition it corresponds to Levi, the Hebrew name meaning 'joined, attached'. Local uses vary, so we note the route as partly uncertain.Low

In 30 seconds: Lawi is an East African name, also read as a local form of Levi — 'joined, attached' (said 'LAH-wee'). Warm, short, and rare.
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Origin LowEthiopian, Hebrew, Malawian
MeaningLawi is used as a given name in Ethiopia and in Malawi and neighboring countries; in Ethiopian and Amharic Bible tradition it corresponds to Levi, the Hebrew name meaning 'joined, attached'. Local uses vary, so we note the route as partly uncertain.
U.S. rank (2024)#13374
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 5

History & Origin

Lawi appears as a given name across parts of East Africa — Ethiopia, Malawi and neighboring countries — and in Ethiopian scripture it stands for Levi, Hebrew for 'joined, attached', the priestly tribe. The Malawian singer-songwriter Lawi has carried the name to wider audiences. Local routes differ, which we note (said 'LAH-wee').

It is very rare in the U.S. Rare, easy on the ear, and rooted.

Did you know? In Ethiopian tradition Lawi is the name that answers to the biblical Levi, 'joined' — the tribe of priests. It is also carried in Malawi and nearby, where local uses vary; we note the route as partly uncertain.
Overall data confidence 42%
References — Lawi — East African given name; Ethiopian form corresponding to Levi

Variations

LeviLawie

Nicknames

LawWi

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Lawi mean?

Lawi is an East African given name; in Ethiopian tradition it answers to Levi, Hebrew for 'joined, attached'. Local uses vary, which we note.

How do you pronounce Lawi?

It's said LAH-wee /ˈlɑː.wi/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Lawi a boy or girl name?

Lawi is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Lawi?

Lawi is a very rare name for boys in the U.S.

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