勇
yǒng
Meaning
brave, courageous, valiant
Five Elements
fire
Gender
Male
Strokes
9
Meaning & Cultural Context
勇 (yǒng) represents bravery, courage, and valor. In Chinese culture, this character embodies the warrior virtue of 勇 (yǒng) - the courage to face difficulties and stand up for what is right. It is associated with both martial prowess and moral courage.
Using in Chinese Names
勇 is predominantly used in male names, expressing the hope that the bearer will be brave, strong, and able to overcome challenges. It is particularly popular in traditional names. Popular combinations include 勇军 (Yǒngjūn - brave soldier), 勇强 (Yǒngqiáng - brave and strong), and 勇健 (Yǒngjiàn - brave and healthy).
Personality & Impression
The character 勇 suggests someone who is courageous, determined, and not afraid to face challenges. People with this character are often seen as strong-willed, decisive, and having inner strength.
For Foreigners
勇 is a powerful character for foreigners who want to convey courage and strength. It has a strong, masculine energy and is particularly appropriate for those who have overcome challenges or are pursuing ambitious goals.
Style & Personality
Popular Name Combinations
Common two-character names that include 勇:
brave, courageous, valiant, unity, singular, whole
traditional, modern
brave, courageous, valiant, strong, vigorous, tiny
traditional, modern
brave, courageous, valiant, arrive, overlook
traditional, modern
brave, courageous, valiant, cinnabar red, devoted heart
traditional, modern
brave, courageous, valiant, righteousness, loyalty
traditional, modern
brave, courageous, valiant, great, mighty, magnificent
traditional, modern
brave, courageous, valiant, bless, protect
traditional, modern
brave, courageous, valiant, talented, handsome, brilliant
traditional, modern
Build a Chinese Name With 勇
If you like the character 勇 (yǒng - brave, courageous, valiant), you can use it as the starting point for a personalized Chinese name.
Create My Chinese Name with 勇