357 surnames, each with strokes, commonness and how easy it is to say — pick the one you like, then build a name on it.
万 Wan 90.6 / 100
Ten thousand, also implying abundance and vastness; for a name, it suggests enduring blessings and broad prosp
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金 Jin 82.3 / 100
Precious, shining, noble
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A surname of scholars and financiers; the Qian family produced many Nobel-winning scientists.
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Responsibility and reliability
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A surname from the ancient state of Duan, associated with the scholar Duan Yucai.
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史 Shi 85.5 / 100
A keeper of records and wisdom
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lasting and steadfast
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文 Wen 89.8 / 100
Letters and refinement — learning worn lightly.
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Integrity and righteousness
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毛 Mao 89.5 / 100
A surname from the Zhou dynasty's Mao state, borne by the founder of modern China.
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白 Bai 88.2 / 100
White, a color of purity, brightness, and openness, suggesting a clear heart and a bright future.
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Majestic and auspicious symbol of power
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戴 Dai 72.2 / 100
To honor and be honored
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苏 Su 83.9 / 100
To revive or come back to life; it suggests renewal, freshness, and lively energy.
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余 Yu 84.9 / 100
surplus and prosperity
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易 Yi 83.6 / 100
Symbolizes adaptability and approachable nature.
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A surname from the ancient state of Zhong, associated with the great calligrapher Zhong Yao.
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robust and vital
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叶 Ye 87.1 / 100
Leaf; it suggests natural vitality, quiet elegance, and steady growth.
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尹 Yin 88.4 / 100
A surname meaning 'governor', one of the oldest official titles in Chinese history.
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A surname meaning 'vast', from the ancient state of Liao, common in southern China.
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fertile land and harvest
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石 Shi 84.1 / 100
Stone is solid and enduring, suggesting steadiness, resilience, and unpretentious natural strength.
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A surname meaning 'hill', a variant of Qiu (丘), common in Guangdong and Fujian.
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A surname from the Zhou dynasty's Shao state, associated with the Duke of Shao.
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邹 Zou 76.9 / 100
A surname from the ancient state of Zou, birthplace of Mencius.
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郝 Hao 81.9 / 100
A surname from the ancient Taihao clan, common in Shanxi and Hebei.
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A surname meaning 'respect', from the ancient Gong state.
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夏 Xia 72.6 / 100
High summer — warmth, energy and flourishing life.
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Broad and majestic river
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A surname linked to the founder of the Shang dynasty, King Tang.
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贾 Jia 77.2 / 100
A surname meaning 'merchant', from the ancient state of Jia.
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陆 Lu 84.1 / 100
Solid and grounded like the earth
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雷 Lei 76.3 / 100
Thunder, suggesting power, speed, and a bright, energetic spirit.
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Symbolizing towering strength and distinguished character.
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杜 Du 83.8 / 100
Strong and resolute
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A surname meaning 'bear', from the royal house of the ancient Chu state.
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范 Fan 81.2 / 100
a model, exemplar, or style
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蔡 Cai 65.8 / 100
Vitality and wisdom
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卢 Lu 86 / 100
A surname from the ancient state of Lu, prominent in the Tang dynasty.
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The surname of Confucius, China's greatest sage — a name of profound cultural weight.
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well-being and peace
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武 Wu 82.1 / 100
martial spirit
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Symbolizing a water plant and commendation.
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赖 Lai 75.6 / 100
A surname from the ancient state of Lai, common in Guangdong and Taiwan.
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崔 Cui 70.3 / 100
Tall and majestic like a mountain.
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秦 Qin 71.6 / 100
ancient Chinese state/dynasty; power and unity
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贺 He 80.5 / 100
joyful blessing
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顾 Gu 79.2 / 100
A surname from the ancient State of Gu, prominent in the Jiangnan literati world.
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魏 Wei 70.1 / 100
Greatness and majesty
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侯 Hou 80.1 / 100
Marquis, honorable, dignified
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An ancient surname tracing to the legendary Yandi (Flame Emperor), one of China's oldest families.
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谭 Tan 73.6 / 100
Profound conversation and broad wisdom
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黎 Li 72.3 / 100
Light, hope, new beginning
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First-born, beginning, diligent
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潘 Pan 71.9 / 100
Elegance and virtue like Pan An
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薛 Xue 59.8 / 100
A quiet and resilient plant, symbolizing natural elegance an
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姚 Yao 79.4 / 100
Graceful and beautiful
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阎 Yan 76.1 / 100
A surname from the ancient state of Yan, common in Shaanxi and Shanxi.
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