NAME PROFILE
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Formally defined as 'Lord', 'Noble', or 'Ruler' in the Chin and Mizo languages, Bawi represents a person with innate authority and a protective nature. It portrays a personality that is charismatic, visionary, and deeply rooted in the values of service and integrity.
Key Stats
| Total births | 407 |
| Gender | Male (3% / 97%) |
| Peak year | 1919 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1916 |
| Most recent | 1919 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | Indian |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage
Top States
NC — 67%GA — 33%PA — 0%ND — 0%NE — 0%
Notable People
Bawi Lian Thang (Political Activist and Human Rights Advocate) · Lian Bawi (Gospel Singer and Recording Artist) · Cung Bawi (Professional Athlete and Wrestler) · Van Bawi (Traditional Musician and Composer) · Bawi Iang (Social Advocate and Community Educator)
Nicknames & Diminutives
BawWi-Wi
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