Chinese name meanings
Chinese names with meanings: 15 name characters
Use this table as a starting point. These are common Chinese name characters, not complete names; a full name still has to work with the surname, tone pattern and intended context.
A Chinese name character can carry a literal meaning, a literary association or a common name-use tone. The same character can also change feeling when paired with another character. Compare these directions and then open the individual page for the character you want to examine.
Name character comparison
15 characters, meanings and links
Pinyin is shown for pronunciation. Meaning is a short guide, not a complete dictionary entry.
Chinese name meaning questions
Are these complete Chinese names?
No. These are name characters and character meanings. A complete Chinese name normally combines a surname with one or two given-name characters.
Can I choose a name from this table alone?
No. Check the surname, complete sound, tones, homophones and written form with a fluent reader before making a permanent decision.
What does a Chinese name mean?
A name meaning is created by the complete combination, not by one character in isolation. Use this table to shortlist directions, then review the full name.
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