This list includes 87 Chinese girl names that start with Y, from “Ya” to “Yuzhuo”. Many are one- or two-character names built from graceful characters such as 雅 (elegant) and 雨 (rain). You can use this list for naming babies, creating characters, or supporting name research.
Chinese girl names that start with Y are given names whose pinyin begins with the letter Y, used for girls. Many draw on characters meaning elegance, virtue, or nature, with examples like 雅 (ya, elegant).
Below you’ll find the table with Name, Pronunciation, and Meaning.
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Pronunciation: Gives pinyin with tone marks and the Chinese characters in parentheses, helping you say each name correctly.
Meaning: Provides a concise one-line meaning for each name, so you can evaluate cultural and poetic fit.
Chinese girl names that start with Y
| Name | Pronunciation | Characters | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ya | Yǎ (雅) | 雅 | Elegant, refined, graceful. |
| Yan | Yán (妍) | 妍 | Beautiful, lovely. |
| Yan | Yān (嫣) | 嫣 | Charming, captivating, beautiful. |
| Yao | Yáo (瑶) | 瑶 | Precious jade, mother-of-pearl. |
| Ye | Yè (叶/葉) | 叶/葉 | Leaf. |
| Yi | Yī (依) | 依 | To rely on, to comply with. |
| Yi | Yí (怡) | 怡 | Happy, joyful, cheerful. |
| Yi | Yì (艺/藝) | 艺/藝 | Art, skill, talent. |
| Yin | Yīn (音) | 音 | Sound, music, tone. |
| Yin | Yín (吟) | 吟 | To chant, to recite poetry. |
| Ying | Yīng (英) | 英 | Flower, hero, outstanding person. |
| Ying | Yíng (莹/瑩) | 莹/瑩 | Lustrous, sparkling like jade. |
| Ying | Yīng (樱/櫻) | 樱/櫻 | Cherry blossom. |
| Yu | Yǔ (雨) | 雨 | Rain. |
| Yu | Yù (玉) | 玉 | Jade. |
| Yu | Yú (瑜) | 瑜 | Excellence, lustre of a gem. |
| Yuan | Yuàn (媛) | 媛 | Beautiful woman, beauty. |
| Yue | Yuè (月) | 月 | Moon. |
| Yue | Yuè (悦/悅) | 悦/悅 | Pleased, happy, joyful. |
| Yun | Yún (云/雲) | 云/雲 | Cloud. |
| Yun | Yùn (韵/韻) | 韵/韻 | Rhyme, charm, appeal. |
| Yafang | Yǎfāng (雅芳) | 雅芳 | Elegant fragrance. |
| Yali | Yǎlì (雅丽/麗) | 雅丽/麗 | Elegant and beautiful. |
| Yanan | Yǎ’nán (亚男/亞男) | 亚男/亞男 | Second to a man. |
| Yanan | Yǎ’nán (雅南) | 雅南 | Elegant south. |
| Yaqi | Yǎqí (雅琪) | 雅琪 | Elegant fine jade. |
| Yaqin | Yǎqín (雅琴) | 雅琴 | Elegant zither. |
| Yating | Yǎtíng (雅婷) | 雅婷 | Elegant and graceful. |
| Yawen | Yǎwén (雅雯) | 雅雯 | Elegant, colorful clouds. |
| Yaxin | Yǎxīn (雅欣) | 雅欣 | Elegant and happy. |
| Yanfei | Yánfēi (妍菲) | 妍菲 | Beautiful and fragrant. |
| Yanran | Yānrán (嫣然) | 嫣然 | Sweetly smiling. |
| Yanxia | Yànxiá (艳霞/艷霞) | 艳霞/艷霞 | Gorgeous rosy clouds. |
| Yifei | Yīfēi (依霏) | 依霏 | Gentle as the falling mist. |
| Yihan | Yíhán (怡涵) | 怡涵 | Joyful and inclusive. |
| Yijia | Yíjiā (怡嘉) | 怡嘉 | Joyful and fine. |
| Yilin | Yīlín (依琳) | 依琳 | Relying on a beautiful jade. |
| Yiling | Yīlíng (依玲) | 依玲 | Gentle tinkling of jade. |
| Yiman | Yīmàn (依曼) | 依曼 | Gentle and graceful. |
| Yimeng | Yīmèng (依梦/夢) | 依梦/夢 | Leaning on a dream. |
| Yina | Yīnà (伊娜) | 伊娜 | Transliteration of “Ina” or “Ena”. |
| Yingying | Yíngyíng (莹莹/瑩瑩) | 莹莹/瑩瑩 | Sparkling and lustrous. |
| Yingxue | Yìngxuě (映雪) | 映雪 | Reflecting the snow. |
| Yingzi | Yīngzǐ (樱子/櫻子) | 樱子/櫻子 | Little cherry blossom. |
| Yining | Yíníng (怡宁/寧) | 怡宁/寧 | Joyful and tranquil. |
| Yinuo | Yīnuò (一诺/諾) | 一诺/諾 | One promise. |
| Yiran | Yīrán (依然) | 依然 | Still, as before. |
| Yirou | Yīróu (依柔) | 依柔 | Gentle and compliant. |
| Yiru | Yírú (怡如) | 怡如 | Happy and as one wishes. |
| Yishan | Yīshān (依姗/姍) | 依姗/姍 | Gentle and graceful. |
| Yitong | Yìtóng (艺彤/藝彤) | 艺彤/藝彤 | Artistic and red. |
| Yiwen | Yíwén (怡雯) | 怡雯 | Joyful, beautiful cloud. |
| Yixuan | Yíxuān (怡萱) | 怡萱 | Joyful and carefree (like daylilies). |
| Yixin | Yíxīn (怡心) | 怡心 | Happy heart. |
| Yizhen | Yízhēn (怡真) | 怡真 | Happy and true. |
| Yuanfang | Yuànfāng (媛芳) | 媛芳 | Beautiful and fragrant. |
| Yuanyuan | Yuányuán (圆圆/圓圓) | 圆圆/圓圓 | Round, complete. |
| Yuanyuan | Yuàn’yuàn (媛媛) | 媛媛 | Beautiful lady. |
| Yuchen | Yǔchén (语晨/語晨) | 语晨/語晨 | Morning words. |
| Yuhan | Yǔhán (雨涵) | 雨涵 | Enveloped by rain. |
| Yujia | Yǔjiā (雨嘉) | 雨嘉 | Fine rain. |
| Yujie | Yùjié (玉洁/潔) | 玉洁/潔 | Pure as jade. |
| Yulin | Yǔlín (雨琳) | 雨琳 | Rain on a beautiful jade. |
| Yumo | Yǔmò (雨墨) | 雨墨 | Rain and ink. |
| Yunuo | Yǔnuò (雨诺/諾) | 雨诺/諾 | A promise of rain. |
| Yuqi | Yǔqí (雨琦) | 雨琦 | Rain on a fine jade. |
| Yushan | Yǔshān (语姗/語姍) | 语姗/語姍 | Speaking gracefully. |
| Yushan | Yùshān (玉珊) | 玉珊 | Jade and coral. |
| Yushi | Yǔshī (雨诗/詩) | 雨诗/詩 | Rain poem. |
| Yusi | Yǔsī (语思/語思) | 语思/語思 | Thoughtful words. |
| Yuting | Yǔtíng (雨婷) | 雨婷 | Graceful as the rain. |
| Yutong | Yǔtóng (雨桐) | 雨桐 | Rain on the Wutong tree. |
| Yuxi | Yǔxī (雨汐) | 雨汐 | Evening rain tide. |
| Yuxin | Yǔxīn (雨欣) | 雨欣 | Happy rain. |
| Yuxin | Yǔxīn (语馨/語馨) | 语馨/語馨 | Fragrant words. |
| Yuxuan | Yǔxuān (雨萱) | 雨萱 | Rain on the daylily. |
| Yuzhen | Yùzhēn (玉珍) | 玉珍 | Jade treasure. |
| Yuzhuo | Yùzhuó (玉琢) | 玉琢 | Carved jade. |
| Yuechan | Yuèchán (月婵/嬋) | 月婵/嬋 | Moon goddess Chang’e. |
| Yuehua | Yuèhuá (月华/華) | 月华/華 | The splendor of the moon. |
| Yuexin | Yuèxīn (悦心/悅心) | 悦心/悅心 | A happy heart. |
| Yueyao | Yuèyáo (月瑶/瑤) | 月瑶/瑤 | Moon and precious jade. |
| Yunjia | Yúnjiā (芸嘉) | 芸嘉 | A fine, fragrant herb. |
| Yunjing | Yúnjìng (云静/雲靜) | 云静/雲靜 | Quiet cloud. |
| Yunran | Yùnrán (韵然/韻然) | 韵然/韻然 | Full of charm. |
| Yunshu | Yùnshū (韵书/書) | 韵书/書 | Book of rhymes, elegant book. |
| Yunxi | Yúnxī (云溪/雲溪) | 云溪/雲溪 | Cloudy creek. |
Descriptions
Ya
A classic and simple name evoking sophistication and taste. Often used in two-character names to add a touch of elegance.
Yan
A popular character for girls’ names, directly meaning beauty and grace. Common in names like Yanfei or Yanchen.
Yan
Often used in the context of a charming smile. Suggests a sweet and alluring beauty. A favorite in romantic literature.
Yao
Associated with preciousness and beauty, this name has a fairy-tale quality. It is both elegant and classic.
Ye
A fresh, nature-inspired name that is simple and elegant. It evokes a sense of natural beauty and tranquility.
Yi
This name suggests a gentle, dependable, and sweet personality. It’s a soft-sounding and very popular choice for girls.
Yi
A name that wishes a lifetime of happiness and contentment for the child. It has a bright and positive feel.
Yi
A modern and popular name for parents who hope their daughter will be talented, creative, and skilled in the arts.
Yin
A lyrical and artistic name, perfect for a family that loves music. It suggests harmony and a beautiful voice.
Yin
A literary and poetic name that evokes a scholarly and artistic sensibility. Suggests a thoughtful and eloquent personality.
Ying
A strong, classic name that can mean “flower” (from England) or “hero.” It has a timeless, slightly unisex appeal.
Ying
This character signifies a clear, bright, and sparkling quality, like a polished gem. A very popular choice for its beautiful meaning.
Ying
A beautiful floral name symbolizing love, beauty, and the transient nature of life. It’s particularly popular and beloved.
Yu
A very common and poetic name. Rain is seen as a source of life and cleansing. It evokes a gentle, thoughtful nature.
Yu
Jade is highly prized in Chinese culture, symbolizing purity, beauty, and good fortune. It’s a timeless and classic name.
Yu
Similar to jade, this character denotes a precious gem, but with an added sense of brilliance and virtue.
Yuan
A name that specifically means a beautiful and graceful lady. It is classic, elegant, and explicitly feminine.
Yue
A highly poetic and popular name, the moon is a symbol of beauty, family reunion, and gentle light in Chinese culture.
Yue
This name embodies happiness and delight. It’s a wish for the child to have a joyful life and bring joy to others.
Yun
A gentle, dreamy, and poetic name. Clouds represent freedom, softness, and the heavens. It’s both classic and popular.
Yun
A sophisticated name suggesting elegance, grace, and artistic charm. It implies a person with a refined and appealing character.
Yafang
A classic and gentle name that was very popular in previous generations. It combines elegance with a sweet, floral scent.
Yali
A straightforward and beautiful name that wishes for a life of grace and beauty. It sounds classic and refined.
Yanan
This name was historically given to girls when parents hoped for a son. It is less common today but reflects past cultural values.
Yanan
A more poetic and modern interpretation of the sound “Yanan,” this name combines elegance with the warmth and vitality of the south.
Yaqi
A very popular name that combines elegance with a type of precious jade (qi). It suggests a refined and valuable person.
Yaqin
A graceful, artistic name that evokes the image of someone playing the qin, a classical Chinese stringed instrument.
Yating
A hugely popular and enduring name that combines elegance with the character for grace and a beautiful posture (Ting).
Yawen
A beautiful and literary name, suggesting the grace of a rose-tinted cloud. It feels both classic and dreamy.
Yaxin
This name combines elegance with joy and prosperity. It’s a wish for a graceful life filled with happiness.
Yanfei
A sweet, floral name combining beauty (Yan) with a character often used for fragrant plants (Fei). Modern and pleasant.
Yanran
From the phrase “嫣然一笑” (yān rán yī xiào), meaning a captivating smile. A poetic name that suggests charm and beauty.
Yanxia
A vibrant, beautiful name evoking the image of a colorful sunset. It was more popular in previous generations.
Yifei
A very soft and poetic name that combines the gentle character Yi with Fei, meaning a fine, misty rain or snow.
Yihan
A popular name that suggests a cheerful and magnanimous personality. It’s well-balanced and has a positive meaning.
Yijia
A positive and pleasant-sounding name. It combines happiness (Yi) with a character meaning good, fine, or praiseworthy (Jia).
Yilin
This name pairs the gentle ‘Yi’ with ‘Lin,’ a type of beautiful jade. It sounds melodic and is a very popular choice.
Yiling
A delicate and sweet name. ‘Ling’ represents the tinkling sound of jade, giving the name a musical, precious quality.
Yiman
A soft and feminine name, combining the gentle “Yi” with “Man,” which suggests a long, graceful form.
Yimeng
A dreamy and romantic name. It suggests a person who is idealistic, gentle, and follows her dreams.
Yina
While often a transliteration of Western names, it has become a standalone modern Chinese name, prized for its soft, elegant sound.
Yingying
A popular reduplicated name that emphasizes the bright, clear quality of jade. It sounds cute, lively, and approachable.
Yingxue
A highly poetic name from a classical idiom about studying diligently. It evokes imagery of purity, beauty, and intelligence.
Yingzi
A sweet name with a Japanese influence (where “-ko” or “zi” is a common suffix). It sounds adorable and is loved for its floral meaning.
Yining
This name is a wish for a life filled with both happiness and peace. It has a calm and gentle feeling.
Yinuo
From the idiom “一诺千金” (a promise worth a thousand gold pieces), this name signifies trustworthiness, integrity, and sincerity.
Yiran
A unique and gentle name meaning ‘still’ or ‘as ever.’ It evokes a sense of calm, constancy, and quiet strength.
Yirou
A name that emphasizes softness and gentleness. It suggests a mild-mannered, sweet, and graceful personality.
Yiru
This name means “joyfully as you wish,” carrying a strong blessing for a life that is happy and fulfilling.
Yishan
Shan is a character used to describe a leisurely and graceful gait. Combined with Yi, it creates a very feminine and elegant name.
Yitong
A modern and vibrant name. It combines art and talent (Yi) with the color red (Tong), which symbolizes luck and vitality.
Yiwen
A popular and beautiful name combining the character for happiness (Yi) with the character for colorful clouds (Wen).
Yixuan
Xuan refers to a flower (daylily) that symbolizes forgetting one’s worries. The name is a wish for a carefree, happy life.
Yixin
A simple and sweet name that directly translates to “happy heart.” It’s a beautiful wish for a child’s inner happiness.
Yizhen
This name combines cheerfulness with authenticity and sincerity. It suggests a person who is genuinely and naturally joyful.
Yuanfang
A classic name that pairs the character for a beautiful woman (Yuan) with the character for fragrance (Fang).
Yuanyuan
A cute, duplicated name. Roundness symbolizes completeness, perfection, and family reunion (like the full moon).
Yuanyuan
A reduplicated name emphasizing the quality of being a lovely, graceful woman. It sounds feminine and elegant.
Yuchen
A poetic name suggesting the freshness and clarity of a conversation in the early morning. It has a modern, literary feel.
Yuhan
A very popular modern name. It evokes a feeling of being nourished and broad-minded, like the earth after a gentle rain.
Yujia
A pleasant and popular name that combines the gentle imagery of rain with a character meaning ‘good’ or ‘praiseworthy.’
Yujie
From the idiom “冰清玉洁” (pure as ice and clean as jade), this name is a strong wish for purity, integrity, and beauty.
Yulin
A pretty and popular name that creates a beautiful, poetic image of raindrops on a precious piece of jade.
Yumo
A highly artistic and unique name, evoking the image of a scholar or artist on a rainy day. It’s poetic and has a quiet strength.
Yunuo
A modern and popular name that combines the gentle, life-giving nature of rain with the sincerity of a promise.
Yuqi
Similar to Yulin, this popular name pairs the poetic image of rain with a character for a type of precious jade.
Yushan
A name that suggests eloquence and a graceful demeanor. It combines ‘language’ (Yu) with a character for ‘graceful’ (Shan).
Yushan
A beautiful name that combines two precious materials, jade and coral. It suggests beauty, value, and a connection to nature.
Yushi
A very poetic and literary name, perfect for a family that loves arts and literature. It evokes a romantic, thoughtful mood.
Yusi
This name suggests a person who is eloquent, thoughtful, and intelligent in her speech. It has a scholarly and gentle feel.
Yuting
Another very popular name, combining the gentle imagery of rain with the character for graceful and elegant (Ting).
Yutong
Consistently one of the most popular girl names in China. The Wutong tree is a symbol of nobility and resilience.
Yuxi
A modern and poetic name that combines rain with the character for an evening tide. It evokes a sense of calm and natural rhythm.
Yuxin
Rain often symbolizes blessings and new beginnings. This very popular name signifies joy brought by a welcome rain.
Yuxin
A beautiful name that suggests a person whose speech is as pleasant and fragrant as a flower. It implies kindness and eloquence.
Yuxuan
A popular name that pairs the gentle image of rain with the daylily flower, which symbolizes forgetting one’s worries.
Yuzhen
A classic and straightforward name that means a treasured piece of jade. It conveys a sense of being precious and loved.
Yuzhuo
From an idiom meaning that jade needs to be carved to be useful. It implies a person who becomes great through refinement and effort.
Yuechan
A poetic name referencing Chang’e, the beautiful goddess of the moon. It implies grace, beauty, and an ethereal quality.
Yuehua
A classic and beautiful name that means moonlight or the moon’s brilliance. It sounds elegant and has a timeless appeal.
Yuexin
A simple and lovely name that means “to make the heart happy.” It’s a wish for the child to be a source of joy.
Yueyao
A very beautiful name combining two highly positive symbols in Chinese culture: the moon and precious jade.
Yunjia
Yun is a fragrant herb used in ancient times as a bookmark. Combined with Jia (fine/good), it’s a scholarly and elegant name.
Yunjing
A serene and tranquil name, evoking the image of a still cloud in a clear sky. It suggests a calm and peaceful personality.
Yunran
A sophisticated name suggesting a person who is naturally elegant and charming. It has a literary and graceful feel.
Yunshu
A highly scholarly and artistic name, suggesting a deep connection to literature, poetry, and refined culture.
Yunxi
A poetic, nature-inspired name that evokes a beautiful landscape painting. It suggests a free-spirited and pure character.