玉
yù
Meaning
jade, purity, virtue
Five Elements
metal
Gender
Female
Strokes
5
Meaning & Cultural Context
玉 (yù) means jade, purity, and virtue. In Chinese culture, jade is the most precious stone, symbolizing purity, nobility, and moral excellence. The character represents not just the material but the ideal of 玉 (yù) - something precious and valuable.
Using in Chinese Names
玉 is extremely popular in Chinese female names, expressing the hope that the bearer will be precious, pure, and of noble character. It conveys elegance and inner value. Popular combinations include 玉珍 (Yùzhēn - precious jade), 玉婷 (Yùtíng - jade grace), and 玉兰 (Yùlán - jade orchid).
Personality & Impression
The character 玉 suggests someone who is precious, pure, and has inner nobility. People with this character are often seen as elegant, refined, and having high moral standards.
For Foreigners
玉 is an excellent choice for foreigners who want to convey preciousness, purity, and refinement. It is universally positive and has a sophisticated, traditional feel.
Style & Personality
Popular Name Combinations
Common two-character names that include 玉:
jade, purity, virtue, unity, singular, whole
traditional, modern
jade, purity, virtue, beautiful, splendid
traditional, traditional
jade, purity, virtue, well-behaved, cute, obedient
traditional
jade, purity, virtue, cloud, freedom, dreamlike
traditional, nature
jade, purity, virtue, also, likewise (literary)
traditional, poetic
jade, purity, virtue, graceful, she
traditional, traditional
jade, purity, virtue, admire, wear (jade pendant)
traditional, traditional
jade, purity, virtue, excellent, beautiful
traditional, traditional
Build a Chinese Name With 玉
If you like the character 玉 (yù - jade, purity, virtue), you can use it as the starting point for a personalized Chinese name.
Create My Chinese Name with 玉