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敖燕

Girl's Name•Total Strokes: 28

Pronunciation(Pinyin): Āo Yàn

Surname: 敖

Given Name: 燕

Character Breakdown

敖

Pronunciation(Pinyin): Āo

Strokes: 12

Meaning: A surname; a name of a mythical creature or a water spirit

燕

Pronunciation(Pinyin): yàn

Strokes: 16

Meaning: Swallow; a symbol of good fortune and happiness; also used as a surname

Overall English Meaning

A name that combines the surname 'Āo' with the given name 'Yàn', symbolizing a harmonious and auspicious life, as the swallow is a symbol of good fortune and happiness.

Cultural Notes

The surname 'Āo' is less common but has a mythological background, while the given name 'Yàn' is associated with the swallow, a symbol of good fortune and happiness in Chinese culture.

Tags

swallowgood fortunehappinessauspicious

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