澄
chéng
Meaning
clear, transparent, settled
Five Elements
water
Gender
Unisex
Strokes
15
Meaning & Cultural Context
The character 澄 appears in classical Chinese literature describing pristine, crystal-clear waters and the clarity of one's thoughts or vision. In ancient texts, it symbolizes not just physical transparency but also mental acuity and moral purity. The character conveys the ideal of a mind as clear and still as mountain spring water, untouched by turbulence.
Using in Chinese Names
Chinese parents select 澄 for names hoping to impart qualities of mental clarity, emotional stability, and moral purity to their children. It reflects aspirations for the child to possess sharp discernment, inner tranquility, and the wisdom to see situations clearly. The character is chosen more often for its refined, scholarly resonance than for common everyday use.
Personality & Impression
Individuals named with 澄 tend to be perceived as thoughtful, perceptive, and emotionally steady - people who maintain composure under pressure and approach life with measured clarity rather than impulsive reactions.
For Foreigners
Pronounce 澄 as CHENG (second tone, rising), not 'deng.' The meaning is entirely positive (clear, pure, wise), making it an excellent character for names. Be aware it has 15 strokes, so it may appear complex in written form.
Style & Personality
Popular Name Combinations
Common two-character names that include 澄:
clear, transparent, settled, unity, singular, whole
traditional, modern
clear, transparent, settled, well-behaved, cute, obedient
traditional, modern
clear, transparent, settled, book, scholarly, cultured
traditional, modern
clear, transparent, settled, cloud, freedom, dreamlike
traditional, modern
clear, transparent, settled, also, likewise (literary)
traditional, modern
clear, transparent, settled, by means of (classical)
traditional, modern
clear, transparent, settled, graceful, she
traditional, modern
clear, transparent, settled, order, peerless, human relations
traditional, modern
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