The baby name Buakaw is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈbuə kɑːw/ (approx. "Boo-ah-kow", Thai: Bua-khao).
Buakaw is Thai in Origin.
The baby name Buakaw is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈbuə kɑːw/ (approx. "Boo-ah-kow", Thai: Bua-khao).
Buakaw is Thai in Origin.
Buakaw (Thai: บัวขาว) is a modern Thai given name and nickname formed from bua “lotus” and khao “white,” yielding the evocative meaning “white lotus.” In Thai Buddhism and art, the white lotus symbolizes purity, resilience, and spiritual awakening, so the name carries serene, auspicious overtones. Pronounced roughly boo-a-khao (khao as in “cow,” with an aspirated k), it functions as a unisex choice, though contemporary associations may skew masculine.
Use has been most common within Thailand, especially as an affectionate byname, but it appears on civil registers as a formal given name as well. The world encountered it through Muay Thai legend Buakaw Banchamek, which spurred international familiarity. Standard Romanization is Bua Khao (RTGS); common variants include Buakhao, Buakhaw, and Bua Khaw. Short forms Bua (“lotus”) and Khao (“white”) also occur; related floral Thai names include Dokmai and Malai.
Buakaw is an uncommon pick. Our records hold just 19 recorded uses, spread over 10 countries.
| Buakaw Banchamek Buakaw Banchamek is a famous Thai kickboxer and Muay Thai fighter, known for his exceptional skills in the ring. He gained international fame through his victories in the K-1 World MAX tournaments. Outside the ring, he has also appeared in films, showcasing his martial arts prowess. |
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MO | Boys | 0 | #234 | 1 | 5,842 |
| PL | Boys | 0 | #340 | 1 | 6,459 |
| RU | Boys | 0 | #526 | 1 | 12,621 |
| HK | Boys | 0 | #556 | 2 | 12,905 |
| CM | Boys | 0 | #575 | 1 | 12,054 |
| CL | Boys | 0 | #700 | 1 | 13,390 |
| TN | 0 | #865 | 1 | 13,765 | |
| PE | Boys | 0 | #926 | 1 | 14,506 |
| MY | Boys | 0 | #1,179 | 4 | 25,439 |
| MA | 0 | #1,194 | 6 | 20,986 |
Buakaw is popular in 10 countries — most recent births per country:
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