Mei
Mei is a girls' name of Chinese origin meaning “beautiful, plum blossom.”
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how do you pronounce Mei?
MAY
where does the name Mei come from?
Mei is the pinyin spelling of several Chinese characters, among them 美, beautiful, a common given name for women, and 梅, plum blossom.
A beloved Chinese given name, 'Mei' (美) can mean beautiful, or written as 梅 refers to the plum blossom, China's national flower and a symbol of resilience and hope during winter hardship.
the history of Mei
Mei is used as a feminine name in several cultures, particularly in China and Japan.
who are famous people named Mei?
- Mei (My Neighbor Totoro character)
- Mei Hatsume (My Hero Academia character)
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what names go well with Mei?
Sibling names that share Mei's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Mei
What does the name Mei mean?
Mei means “beautiful, plum blossom”.
What is the origin of the name Mei?
Mei comes from the Chinese naming tradition.
How popular is the name Mei?
Mei has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Mei a boy or girl name?
Mei is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Mei?
Mei is pronounced MAY, with 1 syllable.
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