Names by Meaning

Chinese Names That Mean Dragon

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

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The dragon is the most auspicious creature in Chinese culture, power, vision, and good standing. Used with restraint, it makes a bold name.

Characters that carry dragon

  • 龙 (lóng), dragon.
  • 辰 (chén), the dragon hour, celestial.
  • 翔 (xiáng), to soar.

A note on balance

One dragon character is bold enough. Pair it with a grounded character so the name does not read as a video-game handle.

More characters in this family

CharacterPinyinMeaning
kūnearth, the receptive; vast capacity
péito cultivate and nurture
shèngsage; holy and wise
fēngmountain peak; reaching the summit
yánrock, cliff; solid and firm
lěiopen and honest
lánmountain mist; ethereal
standing firm and towering
chéngcity wall; protection and strength
jiāfine, excellent, beautiful
shānmountain; steadfast
jùntall and steep; noble

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