Lei - Japanese Boy Names

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Lei

/leɪ/

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Moderate

Meaning

Calm, peace, or tranquility

Represents inner peace, balance, and a composed nature. It suggests a person who brings harmony and stability to their surroundings.

Symbolism

Embodies serenity, clarity of mind, and emotional strength. The name symbolizes a peaceful leader or a thoughtful individual.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese kanji 麗 (lei), meaning 'graceful' or 'lovely', or more commonly in male names from 礼 (rei), meaning 'courtesy' or 'respect'. In modern usage, Lei may also be associated with the homophone 雷 (rai), meaning 'thunder', though this is less common for this spelling.

Style & Origin

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japanese

Cultural Background

Lei is used in Japan as a masculine given name, often chosen for its simplicity and global resonance

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