Chinese Name Journal
How Chinese names work, what surnames mean, and where the most beautiful names come from — explained for anyone who wants a Chinese name that means something.
How Chinese Names Work: Surnames, Given Names, and Hidden Meanings
Every Chinese name is a tiny poem: a family surname first, then one or two characters chosen for what they mean. Here is how the system works.
Chinese Surnames and Their Meanings: A Guide to the Most Common Family Names
Li, Wang, Zhang, Chen, Lin — every common Chinese surname has a story. Here are the meanings behind the family names you meet most often.
Chinese Girl Names with Beautiful Meanings, Inspired by Classical Poetry
From 静姝 to 云锦 — elegant Chinese girl names drawn from the Book of Songs, Li Bai, and the quiet poetry of nature, each with its meaning.
Chinese Boy Names with Strong, Poetic Meanings
志远, 浩然, 云帆 — Chinese boy names that carry ambition, virtue, and the spirit of classical poetry, each with its meaning explained.
What Is My Chinese Name? How to Find One That Feels Like Yours
Should your Chinese name sound like your English name, or mean something true about you? Here are the three ways people find their Chinese name — and how to pick a good one.