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奚燕

Girl's Name•Total Strokes: 33
Pronunciation(Pinyin): Xī Yān
Surname: 奚
Given Name: 燕

Character Breakdown

奚

Pronunciation(Pinyin): Xī

Strokes: 17

Meaning: A surname, often associated with a person who is cautious or careful

燕

Pronunciation(Pinyin): yān

Strokes: 16

Meaning: Swallow; a symbol of good fortune and change

Overall English Meaning

A name that suggests a graceful and fortunate nature, often associated with the symbol of the swallow, representing change and good fortune

Cultural Notes

The surname 奚 is relatively rare, and the given name 燕 is commonly used for girls, often associated with the swallow as a symbol of good luck and transformation.

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gracefulfortunatechangesymbolic
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