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Chinese names starting with Y include some of the most distinctive names in this tradition. Whether you're drawn to Chinese heritage or simply love the sound, these names all carry the cultural depth that makes Chinese-origin names so enduring.

Chinese names starting with Y — quick facts

  • 12 Chinese names begin with the letter Y
  • 3 girl names, 6 boy names
  • Chinese names are known for their distinct cultural identity
  • All names include full etymology and current popularity data

Chinese Girl Names Starting With Y

3 girl names

#844
Chinese
Beauty
#8030
Chinese↑ Rising
depends on characters used; could mean 'artistic jade' (艺琳) or 'moon lily' (月玲)
Chinese↑ Rising
Brave and kind

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Chinese Boy Names Starting With Y

6 boy names

#803
Chinese
meaning 'feather' and 'benevolent'; 由恋, which can suggest 'reason' and 'love'
#1006
Chinese
eternal, forever
#5061
Chinese
to be joyful, to be pleased
Chinese
yì héng) - righteous and constant
Chinese↑ Rising
gift of the earth
Chinese
meaning 'leaf immortal' or 'leaf fairy'

Chinese Unisex Names Starting With Y

3 gender-neutral names

#702
Chinese
Joy, harmony, or a term related to good fortune.
#5241
Chinese↑ Rising
One who is righteous (义辰)
Chinese
the origins or the source