Xi'an
zay-ahn
Origin:Chinese
Meaning:Present; Elegant; Virtuous; Admire
Xi’an is a gender-neutral Chinese name with an array of beautiful meanings to inspire baby. Depending on the characters you use, it can mean “present,” “elegant,” “virtuous” or “admire.” It also shares its fame with Xi’an, China, where the tomb of Emperor Qin hides the magnificent Terra-Cotta Army. Owing to this, there is much that baby Xi’an can look to for inspiration in life. With many meanings and cultural ties, the name Xi’an may be just what you’ve been dreaming of to bring kindness, poise, and world knowledge to your home.
Sources
Behind the Name, Xian, March 2021
My China Roots, Xian Chinese Last Name Facts
National Geographic, Emperor Qin's Tomb
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