Ying
Ying is a girls' name of Chinese origin meaning “clever, eagle, flower.” Ying has several meanings depending on the character: 英 (hero, flower petal), 颖 (clever, outstanding), or 鹰 (eagle).
how do you pronounce Ying?
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what does Ying mean?
The name Ying means “clever, eagle, flower.” It comes from the Chinese language tradition.
Ying has several meanings depending on the character: 英 (hero, flower petal), 颖 (clever, outstanding), or 鹰 (eagle). It is the complement to Yang in the famous Yin-Yang (阴阳) concept of balance and duality in Chinese philosophy.
who are famous people named Ying?
- Li Yuchun/Chris Lee Ying (Chinese singer)
- Zhang Ying (Chinese historical figure)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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