Tri
Tri is a Buddhist boy name of Vietnamese (Sino-Vietnamese) origin, meaning “Wisdom, intelligence”.
| Meaning | Wisdom, intelligence |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Vietnamese (Sino-Vietnamese) |
| Written as | Trí |
| Pronunciation | TREE |
| Tradition | Buddhist, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Vietnam |
Meaning and origin of Tri
Trí is the Vietnamese reading of the Chinese character 智, meaning wisdom, knowledge or intelligence. Like many Vietnamese given names it is a single Sino-Vietnamese syllable and is often paired with a middle name, as in Minh Trí ('bright wisdom') or Đức Trí. The tone mark matters in Vietnamese; written without it, Tri can also stand for other words, so families usually keep the accent.
Is Tri a Buddhist name?
Wisdom is a central virtue in Buddhism, and Trí is a common name among Vietnamese Buddhist families, though it is also used by Vietnamese of any background.
How popular is Tri?
A common boys' name in Vietnam and in Vietnamese communities abroad.
Gifts with the name Tri
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Spellings and variants of Tri
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tri mean?
Tri means 'Wisdom, intelligence'. It is of Vietnamese (Sino-Vietnamese) origin.
Is Tri a Buddhist name?
Wisdom is a central virtue in Buddhism, and Trí is a common name among Vietnamese Buddhist families, though it is also used by Vietnamese of any background.
How do you pronounce Tri?
Tri is pronounced TREE.
Is Tri a boy or girl name?
Tri is usually a boy name.