Traditional Taiwan Names

Traditional and affectionate nickname, often for older sister or aunt

Light, brightness

dragon

younger sister

Brave, heroic (affectionate nickname)

Beautiful, pretty

Capable, able

Peaceful and safe

Chief, leader

Jade green, precious gem

Clear, crystal, icy

To surpass, excellent, tide, or flow

Morning, dawn; or old, ancient (depending on character)

Healthy and prosperous; symbolizing well-being and flourishing.

Will/ambition and bright/clear

Bright, splendid, intelligent

Pure and cultured, denoting elegance and refinement.

Spring, youth, handsome

Outstanding talent, hero, eminent and pure

Spring flower; youthful bloom, representing beauty.

Spring plum; beautiful like spring blossoms

Fragrant; square; fang/tusk

Fragrance, scent; division, share

Wind; phoenix

Wealth, good fortune, prosperity

Steel, rigid, strong

Light, glory, brilliant, bright

Sea, ocean

Great, vast, numerous, brave, heroic

Rainbow, great, vast

Morning fragrance; little square

Little wisdom; radiant; bright

Literary little one, cultured

Trust and joy; sincere and happy

Elegant fragrance

Splendid, magnificent, flower, prosperous, China

Excellent and bright, symbolizing success and brilliance.

Bright, intelligent, splendid, wisdom, glory, kindness, or flower

Wise and precious

Good and beautiful

Strong, healthy, establish, build

Healthy and grand, implying strength and success.

Charming, beautiful, delicate

Heroic, outstanding, clean, pure

Gold, excellent, vigorous, or bright

Quiet, gentle, crystal, essence, or capital city, depending on the character.

Handsome, king, ruler

Healthy, peaceful, happy, prosperous, or strong.