HUI
Hui
The surname "Hui" is relatively uncommon in Britain, typically associated with individuals of Chinese or East Asian descent. While the name may not have a long history within the British Isles, it is part of the rich tapestry of surnames that reflect the diverse multicultural landscape of modern British society.
Those with the surname Hui may have ancestral ties to regions such as China, Hong Kong, or other East Asian countries where the name is more prevalent. Like many surnames of non-British origin, the presence of individuals bearing the name Hui in Britain may be the result of immigration, trade, or international relations.
As with any surname, variations and different spellings may exist, depending on the family's specific background and history. While the name Hui may not have a prominent presence in British history or genealogy, it is a testament to the interconnectedness of cultures and peoples in an increasingly globalised world.
There are approximately 919 people named Hui in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,872nd most common surname in Britain. Around 14 in a million people in Britain are named Hui.
Region of origin: Asia
Country of origin: China
Language of origin: Chinese
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Chee
- Chi
- Chun
- Chung
- Ka
- Kenneth
- Kwok
- Michael
- Wai
Female
- Anita
- Carol
- Ching
- Kim
- Lai
- Man
- Rosemary
- Shirley
- Siu
- Suk
- Wan
- Wing
- Yee
- Yuk