What are some unique Chinese unisex names?

Some Chinese unisex names are rarely used, such as Susu, Xixi, Xiaoling, Meili, and Bingbing.

Are there cultural differences in using unisex names in different Chinese-speaking regions?

In Mainland China, people are more reserved to traditional culture; they prefer more gender-specific names for their babies. However, other Chinese-speaking countries like Hong Kong, Singapore, and Taiwan are influenced by Western culture and thus, they may have more flexibility with unisex names.

Are there any traditional Chinese unisex names?

Names like Cheng, Jia, Qing, Xiao, and Zheng are common traditional Chinese unisex names.

Are there any modern trends in China in choosing unisex names?

In modern China, there is a growing trend among the younger generation to choose unisex names for their babies. This trend is especially prevalent in urban areas and is influenced by Western culture and media, as well as the desire for flexibility in naming before the babys birth.

Are any specific unisex names particularly popular in certain Chinese-speaking regions?

Several names are popular in certain regions of China. The name An, which is also a surname, is most common in Northern China. Similarly, Cheng is both a unisex name and a surname popular in Mainland China.

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11 Chinese Unisex Names with Meanings, Starting With B

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Bong	Boy	Lotus; Ice
Bo	Girl	To live; Exist; Reside; Wave
Bae	Boy	Inspiration
Boon	Unisex	Literature; Culture; One who grow or sell beans
Ba	Boy	A Lord or a father figure; Great desire; Ancient Egyptian conception of soul
Bai	Girl	White; Pure; Many; Cedar
Bao	Unisex	Jewel; Treasure; Precious; Praise; Bud; Leopard
Bei	Girl	Comet
Binh	Unisex	Peaceful; Level; Even; To recite
Boh	Unisex	Solemn; Reverent; Calm; Burial position in an ancestral tomb, Tutor

Bingbing	Unisex	Bright; Radiant

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