Wanderlei Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Wanderlei

"Wanderlei César da Silva is a Brazilian former mixed martial artist who competed in Japan's Pride Fighting Championships and the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC)"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2009 👥 5 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Wanderlei César da Silva is a Brazilian former mixed martial artist who competed in Japan's Pride Fighting Championships and the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC)
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
5
Life Path
Number 1

📖 What Does Wanderlei Mean?

Wanderlei César da Silva is a Brazilian former mixed martial artist who competed in Japan's Pride Fighting Championships and the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He holds the record for the most wins, knockouts, title defenses and longest winning streak in PRIDE history. He is the former PRIDE Middleweight Champion and the 2003 PRIDE Middleweight Grand Prix Tournament Champion. He most recently competed for Bellator MMA in the light heavyweight and heavyweight divisions. In February 2024, Silva was announced as the next inductee in the "pioneer wing" of the UFC Hall of Fame.

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Wanderlei César da Silva is a Brazilian former mixed martial artist who competed in Japan's Pride Fighting Championships and the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He holds the record for the most wins, knockouts, title defenses and longest winning streak in PRIDE history. He is the former PRIDE Middleweight Champion and the 2003 PRIDE Middleweight Grand Prix Tournament Champion. He most recently competed for Bellator MMA in the light heavyweight and heavyweight divisions. In February 2024, Silva was announced as the next inductee in the "pioneer wing" of the UFC Hall of Fame.

Root Element
Wanderlei
Core Meaning
"Wanderlei César da Silva is a Brazilian former mixed martial artist who competed in Japan's Pride Fighting Championships and the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC)"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Wanderlei

W 5
A 1
N 5
D 4
E 5
R 9
L 3
E 5
I 9
SUM 1
1
Life Path
Independence & Leadership
2
Soul Urge
Harmony & Diplomacy
8
Personality
Power & Ambition

Life Path 1 — Independence & Leadership: Natural-born leaders, ambitious, and self-reliant.

📊 Wanderlei in Numbers

5 US bearers
2009 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Wanderlei" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Wanderlei César da Silva is a Brazilian former mixed martial artist who competed in Japan's Pride Fighting Championships and the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC)".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~5 people named Wanderlei in the US. Peaked in 2009 with 5 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Wanderlei?

The Life Path number for Wanderlei is 1, associated with Independence & Leadership. Soul Urge: 2. Personality: 8.

Is Wanderlei a boy or girl name?

Wanderlei is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Wanderlei in the US?

Approximately 5 people in the United States are named Wanderlei. The name peaked in 2009 with 5 recorded uses.

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