How do Chinese people choose names for their babies? There are several ways this can be accomplished. The parents' hopes for the child is the basis for the most common naming process. Using this method, a name is chosen that will continue to remind the person of his parents' hopes for him for his whole life. The name will always remain with the person so that he will keep his parents' hopes in mind.
These expectations can generally fall into one of six different categories. The six categories are: 1. Moral accomplishments, 2. Scholastic success and intelligence, 3. Beauty and good health, 4. Social and financial standing, 5. A safe and non-dramatic life, and 6. The power of a strong will combined with independence.
Some parents choose to name children depending on the seniority of the siblings. In some Chinese families, babies are named in the same way over many generations. Each child is named in the way handed down from the family's ancestors.
Another way of naming a baby is to give them a name that reflects the historical events or the culture that are a part of Chinese history.
Lastly, there is a system that is astrologically-based. A baby name can be derived from the time or season of birth, or the animal that represents the year that the baby was born. The Five Elements can also be an inspiration for the names.
Since parents are likely to have different aspirations for their sons and daughters, there are further refinement to the technique of naming Chinese baby boys and Chinese baby girls.
The expectation of a good man is that he will be devoted to his nation and his people. Additionally, he should have a strong moral character. He should be in good health, have ambition, be serious, be intelligent and make his family proud.
For this reason, a Chinese baby boy may be named in a way that brings honor to a special ancestor as well as continuing the family tradition and business. In addition to honoring the ancestor, Chinese baby boys may be named in a way that indicates high hopes, nobility of character, strength of will, strong determination, a sense of responsibility, physical strength, a wealth of vitality, a broad-minded viewpoint, outstanding wisdom, and the desire to be of service to ones' people and country.
How do the Chinese name their baby girls? Their parents' hopes include being a loving and devoted child, being virtuous, and staying chaste. They should care deeply for their siblings, tend to the needs of their family, and keep house in a way they can be proud of. They should possess an innate beauty and intellect, while demonstrating grace and an ability to get along well with others.
Because of this, Chinese baby girls are named in a way that encourages femininity. The ideal Chinese woman is virtuous, tender, beautiful in a very feminine way, intelligent with great wit, graceful, and elegant.
You now know everything you need to know about Chinese baby names!
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