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盖延

Boy's Name•Total Strokes: 22
Pronunciation(Pinyin): gài yán
Surname: 盖
Given Name: 延

Character Breakdown

盖

Pronunciation(Pinyin): gài

Strokes: 11

Meaning: To cover, to conceal; a surname

延

Pronunciation(Pinyin): yán

Strokes: 11

Meaning: To extend, to prolong; to continue; to delay

Overall English Meaning

A name suggesting a person with a long-lasting and enduring nature, capable of extending and prolonging things.

Cultural Notes

The surname '盖' is associated with the idea of covering or concealing, while the given name '延' implies extension and continuation, giving the full name a meaning of enduring and lasting qualities.

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