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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23 Chinese Unisex Names with Meanings, Starting With S

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Saiyan	Unisex	Swallow; Jewel; Friend; Lover; Companion; Vegetable
Shi	Boy	Time; Era; Season; Real; Stone; History; Tranquil
Si	Boy	Summer; Rosy clouds; Take charge; Earn; Victory; Prayer; Scholar
Son	Boy	Male child; Blue; Green; Mountain
Sheng	Boy	Victorious; To be able; Flourishing; Prosperous; Holy
Seng	Unisex	Light; Completed; Succeeded; Sincere; Honest; True; Multiply; Increase
Sui	Unisex	Gold; Green; Accomplishment
Suli	Unisex	Plain; Respectful; Logic; Dawn; Beautiful
Shina	Girl	Graceful hour; Goods; Dignity; Warrior; Yahweh is gracious
Sung	Girl	Rise; Victory; Inherit; Succeeded

Shiyan	Unisex	A city in China; Experiment; Indiscretion
Sha	Unisex	Girl; Sand
Sujin	Unisex	Dawn; Fine jade; Harvest; Lifespan
Shaolin	Unisex	Small forest
Shuang	Unisex	To be clear and bright
Shui	Unisex	Water; Fluidity
Su	Unisex	Water; Plain; Simple; Pleasant; Rose; Prize; Second earthly branch; Era
Sun	Unisex	Grandchild; Descendant; Goodness
Susu	Unisex	Simple; Horse; Horseman; Faint sound
Sudan	Unisex	Black; Sultan

Shei	Unisex	Unique and exotic
Seah	Unisex	A place name for a province named Xie
Shee	Unisex	Descendant of Séaghdha

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