Lian - Japanese Girl Names

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Lian

/ˈliːɑːn/

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Moderate

Meaning

Lotus flower or delicate blossom

Represents purity, grace, and resilience—growing beautifully from muddy waters, symbolizing spiritual growth and inner strength through adversity.

Symbolism

Embodies elegance, feminine beauty, and enlightenment. The lotus connection gives it strong associations with tranquility, harmony, and emerging unblemished from challenges.

Etymology: Derived from Chinese 'Lián' (蓮), meaning 'lotus', adopted into Japanese phonetics and sometimes written with kanji related to flowers or beauty. Not traditionally native to Japanese but used as a modern given name influenced by Chinese culture.

Style & Origin

modern

elegant

chinese

Cultural Background

While 'Lian' is used in Japanese naming, it is more commonly found in Chinese contexts; in Japan, it

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