Rui
/RUI/ French Male
Meaning & Origin
Rui is a French name meaning "Gem life". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Angola, Argentina, Austria, BE. The name's etymology depends on its origin. If Portuguese, it derives from Rodrigo, of Germanic origin, composed of 'hrod' (fame, renown) and 'ric' (power, ruler). It may also have origins in East Asia, particularly in Japan and China where it could use different Kanji/Hanzi characters with various meanings.
Quick Facts
Language French
Gender Male
Phonetic RUI
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as RUI. Keep the original French phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Rui
- · Rui Costa - Portuguese Footballer
- · Rui Patricio - Portuguese Footballer
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