Name character

月 yuè

moon

Tone: 4 Usage lean: female
yuè · tone 4

Meaning

moon

In names

月 (yuè) is one of the 3,500 common characters in the 通用规范汉字表. Its basic meaning is “moon”. In names, it carries a 'elegant / calm' feel. The moon; soft and poetic. It appears in names such as 知月, 月竹. The tone is 4; practice the sound before you introduce the name.

Structure and etymology

A common character in Chinese given names.

Names that use this character

Naming notes

The moon; soft and poetic.

Tags: elegant, calm. It carries a feminine leaning in modern usage.

Reference: Unihan database · Chinese Text Project. Meanings here are editorial summaries for naming, not full dictionary definitions.