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Name meaning

Li

may mean “beautiful; or jasmine”

Origin
Chinese
Gender
Mostly feminine
Used in
Chinese
Say it
LEE
Letters
2

Likely meaning, sources differ

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The story of Li

Li is a Chinese given name whose meaning depends on the character, for example 麗 beautiful, 莉 jasmine or 力 strength. It is also one of the most common Chinese family names.

Roots

Chinese lì (meaning set by character).

Where it is used

Meaning depends on the character.

Li name FAQ

What does the name Li mean?

Li may mean “beautiful; or jasmine”. Sources differ, so we show the most common reading. Chinese lì (meaning set by character).

Where does the name Li come from?

Li is of Chinese origin. Today it is used in Chinese families.

How do you pronounce Li?

Li is usually pronounced LEE.

Is Li a boy's or a girl's name?

Li is mostly feminine.

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Sources

Name data: Wikidata. Meaning and background researched by our team from the sources below and written in our own words.

  1. en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Li

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