Zi
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Zi is a unisex name of Chinese origin, meaning “In Chinese, Zi (子) commonly means 'son' or 'seed'. It can also signify respect, often appearing in names of revered figures.”, and peaked in popularity in 2005.
What Zi Means
“In Chinese, Zi (子) commonly means 'son' or 'seed'. It can also signify respect, often appearing in names of revered figures.”
The Story of Zi
This ancient Chinese character signifies profound respect, a name that echoes wisdom across centuries for your child.
Zi (子) is a fundamental Chinese character, commonly meaning 'son' or 'seed'. It also signifies respect, frequently appearing in the names of revered historical figures, linking it to profound wisdom.
You seek a name for your child that embodies respect and quiet intelligence. Zi is a name that speaks to a calm, knowing presence, a grounding force with the potential for great growth, like a seed.
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The Seeker
Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#21 in 2005
Total Births
127
First Recorded
2001
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