Shu
Shu is a girls' name of Chinese origin meaning “book, gentle, kind, unfold.”
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how do you pronounce Shu?
SHOO
where does the name Shu come from?
Shu is the pinyin spelling of many Chinese characters, among them 书, book, 淑, gentle or virtuous, and 舒, to unfold or relax.
Shu's most common meaning is book or writing, connecting to China's profound literary heritage that spans thousands of years. Other character choices yield meanings of gentle, kind, or to unfold/express. The literary meaning reflects the Confucian value of scholarship as the path to personal cultivation and social responsibility.
the history of Shu
Shu was also the name of an ancient Chinese kingdom.
who are famous people named Shu?
- Shu Qi (acclaimed Taiwanese actress)
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what names go well with Shu?
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quick answers about Shu
What does the name Shu mean?
Shu means “book, gentle, kind, unfold”.
What is the origin of the name Shu?
Shu comes from the Chinese naming tradition.
How popular is the name Shu?
Shu has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Shu a boy or girl name?
Shu is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Shu?
Shu is pronounced SHOO, with 1 syllable.
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