This is a basic library entry. The longer editorial profile for this character is still being expanded.
shǎo · tone 3
Meaning
few, less, inadequate
In names
Common in Chinese given names.
Structure and etymology
Structure: 4 strokes; Kangxi radical 42.
Names that use this character
Naming notes
Common in Chinese given names.
Tags: Cute. It reads as unisex in modern names.
Reference: Unihan database · Chinese Text Project. Meanings here are editorial summaries for naming, not full dictionary definitions.