Chinese Boy Names with Meanings and Characters

Chinese boy names are compact and deeply poetic. Each name usually carries two characters, each with its own meaning, combined into a layered whole. This guide pulls together the most loved Chinese boy names with meanings and pronunciation.

Chinese names derive their meaning from the characters used to write them. A name like Jun can mean 'handsome', 'soldier' or 'king' depending on the character. Parents choose both the sound and the character intentionally.