Pei-Shan

Pei-Shan (佩珊 or 培山) is a Chinese name, typically given as a first name. The meaning can vary significantly depending on the specific Chinese characters used, as is common with many Chinese names. The characters 佩 (pèi) meaning 'to wear, admire, respect' and 珊 (shān) meaning 'coral' are common, leading to meanings like 'admired coral' or 'respected coral'. Alternatively, 培 (péi) meaning 'to cultivate, foster' and 山 (shān) meaning 'mountain' can be used, suggesting 'cultivated mountain' or 'fostering a mountain-like character', often interpreted as someone with a steadfast and noble character.

The choice of characters is often made by parents to reflect their hopes and aspirations for their child. The combination of characters aims to create a harmonious and auspicious meaning. While traditionally more common for females with characters like 珊 (coral), the 'mountain' character (山) can lend itself to a more masculine or unisex interpretation, making it a versatile name.