What origin is the name Hoài?

Hoài comes from Vietnamese naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good brother names for Hoài?

Names from the same vietnamese tradition pair naturally with Hoài — for example Bien, An, Cao. You can browse more on our vietnamese names page.

Hoài

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Hoài

Hoài

Unisex

Vietnamese

1 syllable

Hoài is a Vietnamese unisex name meaning "A Vietnamese name signifying longing, remembrance, or eternal sentiment.".

Hoài is a unisex name of Vietnamese origin meaning "A Vietnamese name signifying longing, remembrance, or eternal sentiment.". At just 4 letters, it is short and easy to say. It has 1 syllable.

Origin: Vietnamese
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 1

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

A Vietnamese name signifying longing, remembrance, or eternal sentiment.

Popularity

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Quick answers about Hoài

What does Hoài mean?

Hoài is a unisex name of Vietnamese origin meaning "A Vietnamese name signifying longing, remembrance, or eternal sentiment.".

How popular is Hoài?

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Brother names that go with Hoài

Bien An Cao Gia Linh Sơn

How to say Hoài

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Name numerology

4is the Chaldean number for Hoài.

Number 4 is linked with stability, hard work and loyalty.

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Other meanings of Hoài

Vietnamese (girl): "Refers to longing, nostalgia, or remembering the past."
Vietnamese (boy): "Vietnamese name meaning longing or missing someone."

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