Origin
Chinese
Syllables
1
Zodiac
Capricorn
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Chin is a name often given to boys. Ranked #8323 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Chinese origin and traditionally means "Precious or valuable treasure". It has 1 syllable.
The Story of Chin
Chin is a classic Chinese given name meaning precious. It appears across East Asian communities and symbolizes enduring worth. Modern parents appreciate its brevity and strong phonetic presence.
Popularity
Currently ranked #8323 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Pursues material and personal power.
Craves freedom and adventure.
Projects charm and optimism.
Manifests ambition and authority.
Zodiac & Astrology
Capricorn
Reflects disciplined and ambitious spirit.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Grounded and quietly commanding.
Color Aura
Deep Bronze
Element
Earth
Season
Autumn
Gemstone
Onyx
Spirit Animal
Dragon
Power Word
Value
Energy Type
Earth × Autumn
Personality & Traits
Resilient
Overcomes challenges with steady determination.
Honorable
Upholds strong moral values.
Focused
Concentrates deeply on goals.
Famous People Named Chin
Chin Peng
Malaysian communist leader
Chin Shunshin
Japanese novelist
Chin in Pop Culture
Chin Ho Kelly
Hawaii Five-0
Historical Events
1920
Prominent in Chinese diaspora records.
1950
Used by notable political figures.
International Variations
Chin in Different Scripts
陈
Chinese (Mandarin)
珍
Japanese (Kanji)
진
Korean
Чин
Cyrillic
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Chin:
Chin Wei
Chin Jun
Chin Kai
Chin Lian
Chin Hao
Chin Ren
Chin Ming
Fun Facts & Trivia
Common in Chinese families.
Symbolizes value in many dialects.
Short and powerful.
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boyPronunciation
CHIN
Quick Facts
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