Uys

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Uys means "wise" in Afrikaans language.
Popularity
The name Uys is not widely used across the world, and therefore, is still considered a relatively rare name.

cartoon of the name Uys
Cartoon of Uys

Uys Name meanings & History

The name Uys has its roots in Afrikaans and Dutch languages. Uys means "wise" in Afrikaans language. Transferred use of the surname Uys. The Uys family played a significant role in South African history during the nineteenth century and made distinguished contributions to South African culture, politics and sports during the course of the twentieth. Uys is predominantly used as a first name for boys, but it can also be used as a last name.

Zodiac Sign of Uys: Understanding Sagittarius,Universality Pisces

Synonyms of Uys:

U: Universality,Understanding,Unity,Utopia,Undermining

Y: Yin/Yang,Yen/money,Youth-giving

S: Social Standing,Security,Solidity,Status,Success,Sex,Sensuality

Uys is:

  • a Devious name
  • a Mature name
  • a Strange name
  • a Unintellectual name

Famous People

Uys Krige is one of South Africa's prominent writers, playwrights, and poets. He wrote several books in his lifetime, including the famous novel The Way Out. Another well-known person with the name Uys is Uys Visser, a legendary South African rugby player.