Origin
Chinese (Mandarin)
Syllables
1
Zodiac
Taurus
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Su is a name often given to boys. Ranked #10586 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Chinese (Mandarin) origin and traditionally means "Pure and simple essence of life". It has 1 syllable.
The Story of Su
Su stems from Chinese characters denoting purity and essence, common in given names for boys. It reflects Confucian values of modesty. Modern bearers often embody quiet determination and thoughtful nature.
Popularity
Currently ranked #10586 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Embraces change and adventure.
Yearns for partnership and peace.
Shows cheerful and social demeanor.
Builds through hard work and structure.
Zodiac & Astrology
Taurus
Suggests grounded and enduring qualities.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Conveys calm and steadfast energy.
Color Aura
Earthy Green
Element
Earth
Season
Autumn
Gemstone
Jade
Spirit Animal
Turtle
Power Word
Purity
Energy Type
Earth ร Autumn
Personality & Traits
Modest
Prefers quiet achievement over spotlight.
Resilient
Handles challenges with steady focus.
Thoughtful
Considers others' feelings deeply.
Famous People Named Su
Su Shi
Historical Chinese poet and statesman
Su Dongpo
Renowned Song dynasty scholar
Su in Pop Culture
Su
Chinese historical drama series
Su Wei
Modern Chinese film
Historical Events
1037
Birth of poet Su Shi.
1101
Su Shi's major works published.
International Variations
Su in Different Scripts
่
Chinese (Mandarin)
ในใผ
Japanese (Katakana)
์
Korean
ะกั
Cyrillic
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Su:
Su Wei
Su Jun
Su Ming
Su Tao
Su Kai
Su Han
Su Lei
Fun Facts & Trivia
Common surname turned given name in China.
Represents purity in classical poetry.
Short form used globally for simplicity.
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