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Chinese Characters starting with X – ChineseNameGuide

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Characters beginning with X.

Compare characters whose pinyin begins with X, then weigh tone, structure, and meaning as one naming decision.

Pinyin X24 in view

01丅xià 02下xià 03习xí

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24 characters in view.

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24 characters in view

xià

Ancient form of 'down' or 'below'; variant of 下.

Naming use not reviewed

This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: 一
Strokes: 2
Pinyin index: X

xià

down; below; under

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This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: 一
Strokes: 3
Pinyin index: X

xí

to practice; to study; to review

Naming use not reviewed

This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: 乙
Strokes: 3
Pinyin index: X

xiāng

countryside; rural area; native place

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This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: 乛
Strokes: 3
Pinyin index: X

xué

An archaic character meaning to grasp or hold; to bind with a cord.

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This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: 乙
Strokes: 8
Pinyin index: X

xiē

some; a few; a little

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This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: 二
Strokes: 8
Pinyin index: X

xiǎng

to enjoy; to receive (benefits, hospitality); to offer sacrifices to gods or ancestors

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This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: 亠
Strokes: 8
Pinyin index: X

xiǎng

To offer sacrifices; to present offerings; to enjoy

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This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: Not recorded
Strokes: 9
Pinyin index: X

xiè

To treat with disrespect; to profane; to defile

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This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: Not recorded
Strokes: 12
Pinyin index: X

xiān

Immortal, transcendent being, celestial, fairy; also used to describe someone with exceptional skill or talent in a

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This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 5
Pinyin index: X

xiān

To fly; immortal; celestial being. Archaic variant of 仙 (xiān).

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This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: 人
Strokes: 5
Pinyin index: X

xǐn

Fearful, timid, apprehensive; used primarily in the classical idiom 伈伈睍睍.

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This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 6
Pinyin index: X

xiū

to rest; to cease; to stop

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This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 6
Pinyin index: X

xùn

A rare character meaning 'to be like', 'to resemble'; variant form of 徇.

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This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 6
Pinyin index: X

xìn

An archaic variant of 信 (trust, believe, letter); also used in Japanese as a simplified form of 信.

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This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 6
Pinyin index: X

xián

Mysterious, profound, deep; also an alternative form meaning fierce or cruel.

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This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 7
Pinyin index: X

xiè

Archaic or rare character meaning: 1. extravagant, wasteful; 2. arrogant, proud; 3. variant form used in ancient texts.

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This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 7
Pinyin index: X

xù

Ancient variant form of 侐 (xù), meaning quiet, still, or solemn; also an archaic character.

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This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 7
Pinyin index: X

xiān

Immortal; transcendent being; celestial person

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This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 7
Pinyin index: X

xiáng

To submit, to yield, to surrender; to subdue, to conquer.

Naming use not reviewed

This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 8
Pinyin index: X

xíng

Form, shape; to take form; to become

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This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 8
Pinyin index: X

xù

Quiet; still; tranquil

Naming use not reviewed

This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 8
Pinyin index: X

xùn

Swift, rapid; to sacrifice one's life for; to publicize, to announce.

Naming use not reviewed

This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 8
Pinyin index: X

xiá

knight-errant; chivalrous person; martial arts hero

Naming use not reviewed

This atlas entry documents the character; it is not an automatic naming recommendation.

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 8
Pinyin index: X

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Reading notes

How to evaluate a name character

Practical guidance for weighing structure, writing rhythm, and cultural resonance.

How do radicals help when choosing characters?

Radicals group characters by their core semantic or structural elements. When you filter by radical, you surface characters that share meaning cues and writing patterns, making it easier to shortlist options with aligned symbolism.

What’s a good stroke range for name characters?

Most parents stay within 6–16 strokes so signatures remain elegant and readable. Avoid extremes—overly complex forms slow writing, while ultra-simple characters may feel plain next to a more expressive partner character.

Do characters have gender?

Chinese characters themselves are largely gender-neutral. Perceived gender comes from imagery and cultural associations, so review meanings and radicals together to find characters that match the tone you want.

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