Instant delivery after paymentDesigned for sound and meaningNo “luck” claims
See What Your Name Could Look Like
These are labeled samples — examples of how a set can look, not real customer stories or reviews. Every personal name includes a matching Chinese surname, chosen from your last name. Full names are 2–3 characters, like real Chinese names.
SampleSophia Lee · daily / feminine lean
Standard · Universal style · personality
李 Lǐ — surname · includes a matching Chinese surname: 李 matches the sound of Lee (also a usual spelling of 李) and means plum
李慧琳 Lǐ Huìlín — meaning · 慧 = wise, intelligent; 琳 = fine jade. A bright, refined image chosen for its Chinese meaning.
Chosen for the meaning of its Chinese characters — not a sound-alike, and not a translation of Sophia.
钟 Zhōng — surname · includes a matching Chinese surname: 钟 echoes the “John” of Johnson and means bell
钟天佑 Zhōng Tiānyòu — meaning · 天 = heaven, sky; 佑 = bless, protect. A steady, classic image chosen for its Chinese meaning, not a translation of Michael.
钟卓恒 Zhōng Zhuóhéng — personality · 卓 = outstanding; 恒 = constant, lasting. Steady and distinguished, suited to a personal brand.
SampleDaniel Wilson · daily / masculine lean
Standard · Masculine style · meaning
魏 Wèi — surname · includes a matching Chinese surname: 魏 echoes the “Wil” of Wilson; it is the name of an ancient state
魏正谦 Wèi Zhèngqiān — meaning · 正 = upright, fair; 谦 = modest. An upright, modest image chosen for its Chinese meaning, not a translation of Daniel.
魏朗毅 Wèi Lǎngyì — personality · 朗 = bright, open; 毅 = resolute. A natural name for a clear, steady presence.
Name Cards: after payment, Standard and Brand orders open a Name Studio where you pick a card style — Feminine, Masculine, Universal, or Chinese on Standard, plus Business on Brand — then download each card (PNG, 1080×1440), download them all as a ZIP, or share. Brand also includes HD 2160×2880 exports. Basic does not include Name Cards.
Three Ways to Find Your Name
Every personal set includes one name from each approach, so you can compare sound, meaning, and character.
Phonetic
A name built from the most prominent sounds of your English name, written in real given-name characters so it reads like a Chinese name rather than a long transliteration. We say which sounds it echoes — we do not invent a perfect sound match.
Meaning-Based
A name chosen for the real meaning of its Chinese characters — an image or mood that suits you. We never claim it translates or comes from the meaning of your English name, and it is not a phonetic option with a prettier story attached.
Personality-Based
A name shaped by how you want to be seen, using your purpose, gender lean, style preference, and notes — for everyday warmth, a wedding, a personal brand, or a creative character.
How it works
A simple, one-time order. After payment, your names appear instantly on the next page.
1
Tell us about you
Share your English first and last name and email, plus any gender lean, purpose, style preference, or notes you want us to use. You can also tell us a Chinese surname you already use.
2
Pay, then we generate
After checkout, we create your options from the details you provided — balancing sound, meaning, and how natural the name feels to Chinese speakers.
3
Receive your names instantly
Your set appears on the next page, with pronunciation guidance. Standard and Brand also include stories and Name Cards to download or share (1080×1440 PNG) — 4 card styles with Standard, 5 with Brand. We use your email for the order and support, not to send the names.
Why NihaoName
We only promise what the service actually does today.
Naturalness review
Each name is checked as a whole, not just character by character, so it can stand as a modern Chinese given name.
Accurate character meanings
Glosses follow real, common dictionary senses. We do not dress a phonetic character with a prettier, unrelated meaning.
Cultural background
We explain why a name fits, in plain language, without luck, destiny, or fortune-telling claims.
Pronunciation guidance
Every package includes Hear pronunciation. Standard and Brand also include coaching in the written story.
Pricing
One-time payment. No subscription. Your names are ready on the success page as soon as checkout completes.
Basic
$19 one-time
3 names (phonetic / meaning / personality)
Full Chinese names (2–3 characters) with a matching surname
No. We design for sound, meaning, memorability, and cultural fit. We do not sell fortune, feng shui, or destiny claims.
How fast will I get my names?
After payment, your names appear instantly on the success page. We use your email for the order and support, not as the place the names are delivered.
Can I use the name legally / for a trademark?
You can use a Chinese name socially anytime. Trademark clearance is a legal process. Our Brand package only provides informal, non-legal preliminary screening notes. We do not guarantee that a name can be registered, and this is not legal advice.
Is this an App Store app?
No. NihaoName is a website today. A mobile app may come later if people want one.
Ready for a name that tells your story?
Instant delivery after payment. See Pricing for what’s in each package.