Is 嗐 commonly used in modern Chinese?

No, it's primarily found in classical literature, operas, or dramatic dialogue as an interjection of regret.

Can 嗐 be used in personal names?

Rarely, due to its lamenting connotation. It might be chosen for artistic or literary effect but is generally avoided.

Both express sighing or regret, but 嗐 is more literary and dramatic, while 唉 is more common in spoken exclamations.

嗐Tone 4

hài ｜ 13 strokes ｜ radical:

Alas! — an interjection expressing regret, sorrow, or lamentation.

Alas! — an interjection expressing regret, sorrow, or

Sigh 'Alas'Alas and alackExclaim 'Alas'Regretfully say 'Alas'Alas, what a shame

Used primarily in classical or literary Chinese contexts to express sudden regret or lament.
Often found in traditional operas, novels, and dialogues to convey a character's emotional exclamation.