This list covers 5 Chinese boy names, from “Ou” to “On”. These names come from different Chinese dialects and regions, including Mandarin, Cantonese, and Hokkien romanizations. Families use them both as given names and as surnames, often passing them down for generations to honor a place, a virtue, or an ancestor.

Chinese boy names are words or characters chosen for their sound, meaning, and cultural roots, often tied to nature, virtue, or family history. Many carry deep symbolism, like “On,” a Cantonese name meaning peace. One notable example is Ouyang, a rare two-character surname made famous by the Song-dynasty scholar Ouyang Xiu.

Below you’ll find the table with Name, Pronunciation, Meaning, and Description.

Name: the Chinese boy name itself, shown in its common romanized spelling so you can read and recognize it easily.

Pronunciation: a simple guide showing how to say each name out loud, helping you speak it with confidence.

Meaning: the core idea or word behind the name, giving you insight into what it represents or symbolizes.

Description: background on the name’s origin, dialect, and cultural context, so you understand where it comes from and how it’s used.

Chinese boy names

Descriptions