Picture flower petals drifting in the wind or the sparkle of a firefly. Numerous Chinese names for baby girls possess beautifully poetic meanings and inspire stunning visuals.

Some of these beautiful names draw inspiration from nature, while others reflect empowering qualities such as elegance, wisdom, or poise. No matter what you’re looking for, choose from these Chinese baby girl names for your daughter. (And if you’re unsure about the baby’s gender, be sure to check out our top Chinese baby boy names as well.)

1. Anhe. The term “an” signifies “calm and peaceful,” whereas “he” denotes a “water lily.” Imagine a serene blossom drifting on a pond.

2. Baihe. Like lilies? The name Lily is also common in Chinese; in Mandarin, it is called Baihe.

3. Enya. This trendy and contemporary Chinese name for a baby girl translates to “graceful and enchanting.” Additional benefit: it’s simple to say in both English and Mandarin.

4. Huanzhu. This mystical name evokes a vision of a magical bamboo forest. “Huan” translates to “dreamy,” and “zhu” (pronounced joo) means “bamboo.”

5. Jingzhu. If you appreciate Chinese scenery, Jingzhu offers a lovely image for your young daughter: It translates to “peaceful bamboo.”

6. Manni. This name is easy to say and translates to “a sweet and romantic girl.”

7. Meijuan. Said may-joo-an, Meijuan is a beautiful name. Mei means “plum blossoms,” and juan is “a charming girl.”

8. Meilian. Meilian is a botanical term that honors one of China’s most cherished flowers — the “beautiful lotus.” You might also choose to nickname your daughter Mei (pronounced may), a popular character in Chinese names meaning beautiful.

9. Meilin. A traditional Chinese name that translates to “beautiful jade,” this is a refined option for your cherished daughter.

10. Mengtao. An alternative name featuring beautiful imagery, Mengtao translates to “elegant peach blossoms in a sunny garden.”

11. Peiling. Looking for a strong-willed and motivated young girl? “Pei” (pronounced pay) signifies “strong,” whereas “ling” translates to “intelligent and lively.”

12. Shanhu. If you’re fond of the sea, you’ll be captivated by the baby girl name Shanhu — which translates to “coral” in Mandarin.

13. Shiyun. Poetic and mysterious, “shi” (pronounced shir) translates to “poem,” and “yun” means “a cloud.” It’s an excellent name for a bright girl with grand aspirations.

14. Yajin. If you’re seeking a powerful and respectful name, Yajin is a solid choice: it translates to “wise and graceful.”

15. Yina. A cute and simple name, Yina translates to “graceful girl.”

16. Yuechan. In accordance with Chinese mythology, if you observe the moon carefully, you may discern the silhouette of a rabbit and a young woman. The term “Yuechan” translates to “moon girl” — a tribute to this traditional Chinese story.

17. Yujia. Yujia brings to mind “a light and gentle rain.” A lively name for a baby born in spring!

18. Yuzhen. For your cherished little treasure, the baby girl name Yuzhen translates to: “precious jade treasure.”

19. Zhuli. A wonderful option if you enjoy traditional names, Zhuli is pronounced joo-lee and translates to “beautiful pearl.”

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