· Chinese names for English names
名缘
míng yuán · name & destiny

Find the perfect Chinese name
for your English name

Your Chinese name is more than a translation — it's how you'll be known in a billion conversations. We help you find one that sounds right, means something beautiful, and feels authentically you.

Try one of these
Emma Sophie Lily Mia Olivia
More than just a translation
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Multiple options

Up to 12 curated name choices per name, grouped by phonetics, meaning, and cultural style.

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Printable certificate

A beautiful keepsake certificate with your Chinese name, pinyin, and meaning — ready to print.

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How to write it

Stroke-by-stroke guides for each character so you can learn to write your name yourself.

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Coloring page

A fun illustrated coloring page featuring your name in both English and Chinese bubble letters.

Example
See Emma's name page
艾玛

Emma → 艾玛

Ài Mǎ

One of 12 curated options for Emma — phonetically close, with 艾 (ài) meaning "wormwood / elegant" and 玛 (mǎ) meaning "agate / precious stone."

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