114 Melodious Chinese Unisex Names With Meanings

A combination of harmony, history, and culture.

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The history of the Chinese language is reflected in their beautiful Chinese unisex names. As the culture emphasizes on harmony and balance, these names resonate upon the same qualities. In recent years, gender-neutral names have been gaining popularity in China as they blend traditional values with contemporary trends.

Chinese unisex names are often drawn from nature’s beauty. Often, these names reflect positive attributes such as light or sun. Another wonderful characteristic of Chinese names is they can have multiple meanings depending on the characters used. Hence, a single name can have a variety of meanings. For instance, Bao could mean ‘treasure,’ ‘praise,’ or ‘bud.’ This shows how a single name can attract many parents due to its meaning.

Parents may choose unisex names as a way to promote gender equality. Another reason is that these names have strong meanings that transcend genders, allowing parents to give meaningful names to their children. Moreover, as the world is changing and adapting to new changes, these unisex names can blend easily on a global level. Chinese unisex names elevate the status of this ancient culture by offering a blend of tradition and modernity.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Elan	Boy	Oak tree; Torch; Light; Beautiful orchid
Jian	Boy	Build; Establish; Strong
Mulan	Unisex	Warrior, Brave, Heroine
Tian	Unisex	heavenly or celestial
Enna	Girl	Bird; Light; Pasture; Greens; Kindness; Elegance
Kien	Unisex	Hollyhock; Garden
Ruxin	Unisex	Kind-hearted; Compassionate
Hao	Boy	Vastness of sky; Straightforward; Open minded; Good; Perfect
Yang	Unisex	Sun; Brightness
Ami	Boy	Trustworthy; Reliable; Beloved; Second and beautiful; My people; My nation; Flatter and honey; Hunt; Lovable

Tao	Unisex	Large waves
Chi	Boy	Branch; God; Spiritual being; Will
Feng	Boy	One who is like a phoenix; Maple
Meili	Unisex	Beautiful, graceful, charming
Meilyn	Unisex	Beautiful; Smooth
Daran	Boy	Orchid; Achieve; Great; Oaktree; Arrive at; Intelligent
Chin	Boy	Gold; Metal; Tapestry; Ferry
Fu	Boy	Abundant; Prosperous; Hibiscus; Lotus; Man
Hoang	Boy	Expanse of water; Female phoenix; Bright; Yellow
Taiwan	Unisex	terraced bay

Hong	Boy	Rainbow; Enlarge; Wild Swan; Chicken
Ko	Boy	Holder of the heel; Supplanter; Amber; Tall or high
Bo	Girl	To live; Exist; Reside; Wave
Xuan	Unisex	Spring, bright, mysterious
Wei	Unisex	Power; Pomp
Yao	Unisex	Desire; Ambition
Zhi	Unisex	Intelligence, wisdom, knowledge
Zihao	Unisex	Intelligent, accomplished, determined
Kuan	Unisex	To view; To see
Nai	Unisex	Instrumental music; Flute player

Xin	Unisex	Responsibility, determination, resilience
Khanh	Boy	Precious stone; Noble; Officer; Celebrate; Congratulate
Bae	Boy	Inspiration
Qian	Unisex	Modesty, humbleness
Zheng	Unisex	Strength; Upright; Conqueror
Chang	Boy	Flourish; Good; Sunlight; Unrestrained
Dong	Boy	East; Pillar; Beam; Winter
Fong	Unisex	fragrant or aromatic
Jie	Boy	Hero; Outstanding; Pure; Unmask
Chong	Unisex	Loyal; Faithful

Kashan	Boy	Kettle; Cauldron; The town of the Kasian people
Ming	Boy	Bright; Shining; Clear; Engrave
Doan	Unisex	One who leads
Anda	Girl	Manly; Heavenly messenger; Angel; Achieving peace; Pleasure; Defender of mankind
Alian	Boy	High; Supreme; Noble; Power and peace; Sun
Hoa	Girl	Flower; Splendid; Harmonious; Love; Sky
Chino	Unisex	Chinese; From China
Dalian	Unisex	Shortened form of Adalind
Xinyi	Unisex	Faithful and righteous
Hung	Boy	Brave; Pink rose; Prosper; Flourish

Xiang	Unisex	Fragrant, auspicious
Wen	Unisex	Culture; Writing; Warm
Jiaqi	Unisex	Smart, talented, intelligent
Xiao	Unisex	Small, insignificant
Sui	Unisex	Elegant, gentle, peaceful
Xi	Unisex	Strength, dominance, power
Lan	Girl	Orchid; Mountain mist
Mayling	Unisex	Beautiful and delicate
Hang	Girl	Full moon angel; Ship; Navigate; Sail; Business; Line; Row
Shaolin	Unisex	Monastic martial arts

Qiu	Unisex	Autumn in Chinese; Hanyu Pinyin transliteration of the Chinese family names
An	Unisex	The one who is gracious and satisfying
Bao	Unisex	Jewel; Treasure; Precious
Cao	Unisex	Grasp
Chao	Unisex	The one who surpasses
Cheng	Unisex	Completed; Sincere
Chenric	Unisex	Amazing morning
China	Unisex	Filled with affection
Chun	Unisex	The spring season; the season of blooms
Cong	Unisex	Intelligent; one who has lots of wisdom and excels in every aspect

Hua	Unisex	Splendid; Flower; Blossom
Hui	Unisex	Sharp; Quick; Clever
Jia	Unisex	Good; Auspicious; Beautiful
Kaili	Unisex	Hawaiian Deity; Beautiful and Victorious
Le	Unisex	Joy
Li	Unisex	Logic
Liang	Unisex	A feeling of elevation
Ling	Unisex	Spirit; Soul; Bell chime
Luo	Unisex	Camel
Ping	Unisex	One who is peaceful and has a leveled mind

Qiao	Unisex	Pretty; Handsome person
Qing-yuan	Unisex	A clear spring or deep water
Rong	Unisex	A person who brings honor and prosperity
Ru	Unisex	One who is like a scholar
Shuang	Unisex	To be clear and bright
Shui	Unisex	One who is like water
Susu	Unisex	A very slight sound; A quiet person
Tong	Unisex	Title given to a public officer; Tongue that means a chatterbox
Nezha	Unisex	Resilient and fearless warrior
Xia	Unisex	Pink or rosy clouds; Summer

Xing	Unisex	Star or to rise
Xue	Unisex	Bright, pure, snow
Lao	Unisex	Old; elder
Moli	Unisex	Jasmine flower; Grinding stone
Suhai	Unisex	Little star; Glowing
Mushu	Unisex	Wood rat
Wong	Unisex	King; Royal
Xiaomi	Unisex	Little rice
Xixi	Unisex	Happy; Joyful
Shei	Unisex	Unique and exotic

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Chinese unisex names are a perfect blend of tradition and modern values. The names reflect the harmonious culture and philosophy of the people. Moreover, the characteristic of the Chinese alphabet to assign different meanings to the same name gives these names a unique factor. With each rendering of a name, different meanings make it attractive to parents. Additionally, Chinese unisex names trace through a long history of the country, blending the ancient values with the recent advances of time. This modern shift towards gender-neutral choices make these Chinese unisex names a perfect pick for contemporary parents.

Infographic: Chinese Unisex Names For Your Baby

Chinese unisex names have been gaining popularity in recent years because of their versatility. Chinese names reflect the harmony, balance, and beauty of nature. Check out the infographic below and choose a unisex Chinese name for a dash of modernity.

chinese unisex names with meanings (infographic)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some unique Chinese unisex names?

Some Chinese unisex names are rarely used, such as Susu, Xixi, Xiaoling, Meili, and Bingbing.

2. Are there cultural differences in using unisex names in different Chinese-speaking regions?

In Mainland China, people are more reserved to traditional culture; they prefer more gender-specific names for their babies. However, other Chinese-speaking countries like Hong Kong, Singapore, and Taiwan are influenced by Western culture and thus, they may have more flexibility with unisex names.

3. Are there any traditional Chinese unisex names?

Names like Cheng, Jia, Qing, Xiao, and Zheng are common traditional Chinese unisex names.

4. Are there any modern trends in China in choosing unisex names?

In modern China, there is a growing trend among the younger generation to choose unisex names for their babies. This trend is especially prevalent in urban areas and is influenced by Western culture and media, as well as the desire for flexibility in naming before the baby's birth.

5. Are any specific unisex names particularly popular in certain Chinese-speaking regions?

Several names are popular in certain regions of China. The name An, which is also a surname, is most common in Northern China. Similarly, Cheng is both a unisex name and a surname popular in Mainland China.

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