祥
xiáng
Meaning
auspicious, good omen, blessed
Five Elements
earth
Gender
Unisex
Strokes
10
Meaning & Cultural Context
祥 (xiáng) means auspicious, propitious, and fortunate. In Chinese culture, this character represents good luck and positive omens. It is closely associated with the concept of 吉祥 (jíxiáng) - auspicious fortune and the celebration of good things.
Using in Chinese Names
祥 is popular in traditional Chinese names, expressing the hope that the bearer will have good fortune and a blessed life. It conveys positivity and blessing. Popular combinations include 祥瑞 (Xiángruì - auspicious omen), 祥宇 (Xiángyǔ - auspicious universe), and 祥凯 (Xiángkǎi - auspicious triumph).
Personality & Impression
The character 祥 suggests someone who brings good fortune and positive energy. People with this character are often seen as blessed, fortunate, and having a positive aura.
For Foreigners
祥 is an excellent choice for foreigners who want to convey good fortune and positivity. It has a traditional, auspicious feel and is particularly appropriate for those starting new ventures or seeking blessings.
Style & Personality
Popular Name Combinations
Common two-character names that include 祥:
auspicious, good omen, blessed, unity, singular, whole
traditional, modern
auspicious, good omen, blessed, east, rising direction
traditional, modern
auspicious, good omen, blessed, abundant, fruitful, plentiful
traditional, modern
auspicious, good omen, blessed, cinnabar red, devoted heart
traditional, modern
auspicious, good omen, blessed, joy, music, happiness
traditional, modern
auspicious, good omen, blessed, well-behaved, cute, obedient
traditional, modern
auspicious, good omen, blessed, cloud, freedom, dreamlike
traditional, modern
auspicious, good omen, blessed, also, likewise (literary)
traditional, modern
Build a Chinese Name With 祥
If you like the character 祥 (xiáng - auspicious, good omen, blessed), you can use it as the starting point for a personalized Chinese name.
Create My Chinese Name with 祥