How common is the character 歋 in modern Chinese?

This character is quite rare in modern usage and is primarily found in classical texts or specialized literary contexts.

What is the proper context for using 歋?

It describes light-hearted mocking or teasing rather than serious ridicule, often in playful or humorous contexts.

Generally not recommended for names due to its meaning of mocking or ridiculing, which carries negative connotations.

歋Tone 4

yè ｜ 14 strokes ｜ radical:

To mock;

to ridicule;

to make fun of someone in a teasing manner.

To mockto ridiculeto make fun of someone in a teasing

To mock and laughTo tease and ridiculeMocking toneTo ridicule and insultPlayful teasingMocking expression

This character appears in classical Chinese texts describing mocking or teasing behavior.
It carries a connotation of light-hearted ridicule rather than malicious insult.
The character is relatively rare in modern usage but preserved in some literary contexts.