Names by Meaning

Chinese Names That Mean Brave and Courageous

The characters that carry brave in a Chinese name, and how to choose one that is genuinely yours.

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Courage in a name reads as steadiness under pressure, not bravado. The characters feel firm and resolute.

Characters that carry brave

  • 勇 (yǒng), brave.
  • 毅 (yì), resolute, persevering.
  • 刚 (gāng), firm, strong.
  • 壮 (zhuàng), robust, strong.

More characters in this family

CharacterPinyinMeaning
míngto inscribe; remembered
ruìsharp, keen; acute mind
jūnweighty, esteemed
rare treasure; precious metal
xīnprosperity from abundant gold
jǐnbrocade; splendid future
fēngcutting edge; sharp and bold
zhōngbell; concentration and devotion
ruìauspicious; good fortune
zhāoto encourage; strive forward
qīnto admire and respect
zhēngclang of metal; integrity

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