Lui

German and French

"renowned warrior"

Lui Origin and Meaning

The name Lui is a boy's name of Hawaiian origin.

Lui is a concise masculine name with multicultural roots and meanings. In Italian and Spanish, it functions as a shortened form of Luigi or Luis, respectively, ultimately deriving from the Germanic name Ludwig meaning 'famous warrior.' In Japanese, Lui (類) can mean 'kind' or 'type,' though other kanji combinations are possible. In Chinese, depending on the characters used, it may relate to concepts like 'thunder' or other meanings. Hawaiian tradition uses Lui as a transliteration of Louis. The name's brevity makes it easily pronounceable across language barriers, while its international character lends it versatility. Though not typically among the most popular names in Western countries, Lui offers a compact, modern feel with rich cultural connections.

Famous People Named Lui

• Lui Passaglia football player in the CFL
• Richard Lui American journalist, MSNBC anchor
• Lui Calibre American YouTuber