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宛燕

Girl's Name•Total Strokes: 29

Pronunciation(Pinyin): Wǎn Yàn

Surname: 宛

Given Name: 燕

Character Breakdown

宛

Pronunciation(Pinyin): Wǎn

Strokes: 11

Meaning: A place name; a type of plant; a surname

燕

Pronunciation(Pinyin): yàn

Strokes: 18

Meaning: Swallow; a symbol of good fortune and loyalty

Overall English Meaning

A name that evokes the image of a swallow, symbolizing good fortune, loyalty, and a graceful presence.

Cultural Notes

The surname '宛' is associated with a place name, and the given name '燕' is linked to the swallow, a common symbol in Chinese culture for auspiciousness and fidelity.

Tags

swallowgood fortuneloyaltygraceful

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