Character specimen atlas

Chinese characters, catalogued for naming.

Read each character as a living specimen: sound, structure, meaning, and the cultural weight it can bring to a name.

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yī

一

Number one; single; whole

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 一
Strokes: 1
Pinyin index: Y

dīng

丁

Fourth heavenly stem; robust male; small cube of food

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 一
Strokes: 2
Pinyin index: D

qī

七

Number seven; auspicious count; symbol of many

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 一
Strokes: 2
Pinyin index: Q

shàng

上

Up; above; ascend

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 一
Strokes: 3
Pinyin index: SH

sān

三

Number three; triple harmony; many times

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 一
Strokes: 3
Pinyin index: S

wàn

万

Ten thousand; myriad; countless blessings

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 一
Strokes: 3
Pinyin index: W

zhàng

丈

Unit of length; to support; esteemed elder male

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 一
Strokes: 3
Pinyin index: ZH

bù

不

Not; negate; refuse

Not in the default naming pool

This negation character is excluded from automatic suggestions pending a documented naming-context review.

Radical: 一
Strokes: 4
Pinyin index: B

yǔ

与

To give; to join; together with

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 一
Strokes: 3
Pinyin index: Y

fēng

丰

Abundant; plentiful; graceful figure

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 一
Strokes: 4
Pinyin index: F

rén

仁

Benevolence; humaneness; kindness at the heart of virtue.

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 4
Pinyin index: R

jiā

佳

Excellent; beautiful; auspicious

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 8
Pinyin index: J

jùn

俊

Handsome; talented; outstanding

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 9
Pinyin index: J

xìn

信

Trust; faith; message

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 9
Pinyin index: X

lún

伦

Ethics; proper order; human relations

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 6
Pinyin index: L

jiàn

健

Healthy; strong; vigorous

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 11
Pinyin index: J

sī

偲

Thoughtful; intelligent; to ponder deeply

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 11
Pinyin index: S

ào

傲

Proud; lofty; unyielding spirit

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 12
Pinyin index: A

jié

傑

Outstanding hero; exceptional talent; remarkable achievement.

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 12
Pinyin index: J

rú

儒

Confucian scholar; refined; courteous

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 亻
Strokes: 16
Pinyin index: R

yán

妍

Beautiful; graceful; charming

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 女
Strokes: 7
Pinyin index: Y

miào

妙

Wonderful; clever; exquisite

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 女
Strokes: 7
Pinyin index: M

shū

姝

Fair lady; graceful; refined beauty

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 女
Strokes: 9
Pinyin index: SH

shān

姗

Gentle pace; elegant; leisurely grace

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 女
Strokes: 8
Pinyin index: SH

nà

娜

Graceful; delicate; charming

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 女
Strokes: 9
Pinyin index: N

wǎn

婉

Gentle; tactful; mild

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 女
Strokes: 11
Pinyin index: W

tíng

婷

Graceful; elegant posture; poised

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 女
Strokes: 12
Pinyin index: T

yān

嫣

Radiant; rosy; charming smile

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 女
Strokes: 14
Pinyin index: Y

cháng

嫦

Moon goddess; luminous; graceful and immortal elegance.

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 女
Strokes: 14
Pinyin index: CH

yàn

嬿

Beautiful; delightful; lovely countenance

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 女
Strokes: 16
Pinyin index: Y

jūn

君

Ruler; noble person; gentleman

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 口
Strokes: 7
Pinyin index: J

chéng

呈

To present; to display; earnest showing

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 口
Strokes: 8
Pinyin index: CH

yǒng

咏

To chant; to sing; poetic recitation

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 口
Strokes: 9
Pinyin index: Y

xiǎng

响

Sound; echo; resonant

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 口
Strokes: 9
Pinyin index: X

shàn

善

Kind; charitable; virtuous

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 口
Strokes: 12
Pinyin index: SH

yù

喻

To explain; metaphor; instruct

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 口
Strokes: 12
Pinyin index: Y

jiā

嘉

Excellent; commend; praise

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 口
Strokes: 14
Pinyin index: J

liáo

嘹

Clear and loud; resonant call; bright and piercing tone.

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 口
Strokes: 15
Pinyin index: L

yīng

嘤

Oriole singing; melodious chirp; gentle and sweet sound.

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 口
Strokes: 15
Pinyin index: Y

qì

器

Vessel; implement; talent

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 口
Strokes: 16
Pinyin index: Q

zhì

志

Aspiration; will; ambition

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 心
Strokes: 7
Pinyin index: ZH

niàn

念

To think of; remembrance; recite

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 心
Strokes: 8
Pinyin index: N

ēn

恩

Grace; kindness; favor

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 心
Strokes: 10
Pinyin index: E

yuè

悦

Joyful; pleased; delighted

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 心
Strokes: 10
Pinyin index: Y

qíng

情

Emotion; feeling; affection

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 心
Strokes: 11
Pinyin index: Q

xiǎng

想

To think; to miss; imagination

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 心
Strokes: 13
Pinyin index: X

huì

惠

Kindness; favor; benefit

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 心
Strokes: 12
Pinyin index: H

huì

慧

Intelligent; wise; perceptive insight

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 心
Strokes: 15
Pinyin index: H

mù

慕

To admire; to long for; esteem

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 心
Strokes: 15
Pinyin index: M

yì

懿

Exquisite virtue; splendid; admirable

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 心
Strokes: 22
Pinyin index: Y

lín

林

Forest; grove; abundance

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 木
Strokes: 8
Pinyin index: L

fēng

枫

Maple tree; autumnal red leaves; vibrant seasonal beauty.

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 木
Strokes: 9
Pinyin index: F

níng

柠

Lemon tree; fragrant citrus; refreshing and bright.

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 木
Strokes: 9
Pinyin index: N

shù

树

Tree; to plant; to establish

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 木
Strokes: 9
Pinyin index: SH

liáng

梁

Bridge beam; support; surname

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 木
Strokes: 11
Pinyin index: L

nán

楠

Phoebe nanmu tree; fragrant hardwood; steadfast nature.

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 木
Strokes: 13
Pinyin index: N

róng

榕

Banyan tree; spreading shade; sheltering kindness.

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 木
Strokes: 14
Pinyin index: R

yīng

樱

Cherry blossom; delicate pink bloom; spring vitality.

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 木
Strokes: 15
Pinyin index: Y

chéng

橙

Orange tree; bright hue; refreshing zest

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 木
Strokes: 16
Pinyin index: CH

tán

檀

Sandalwood; red sandal; precious fragrance

Naming use not reviewed

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

Radical: 木
Strokes: 17
Pinyin index: T

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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.