楷 (kǎi): meaning in a Chinese name

楷 (kǎi) means model. In Chinese names it is a Wood-element character with 13 strokes.

Wood element 木

model

exemplary and upright

Element
Wood 木
Radical
木
Strokes
13
Use
Leans masculine

In five-element thinking, Wood carries growth, vision, gentle strength. A name built on 楷 leans on that energy. More Wood element Chinese names or read what the five elements mean.

The radical

the wood radical (木): a living tree, which suggests growth, vitality, and quiet, rooted strength.

As a given-name character, 楷 leans masculine, but a skilled namer pairs it for balance and sound. It is 13 strokes to write.

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