Meghan in Chinese
Meghan in Chinese is 梅根 (Méi Gēn).
- Origin
- Welsh
- Meaning
- pearl
Etymologically, Meghan is Welsh and is commonly glossed as "pearl". It first shows up in US Social Security records in 1952 and peaked in 1985. Spellings pronounced the same way include Megan, which share the transliteration 梅根.
3 ways to write Meghan
phonetic
Following the sound of your name
梅根
Méi Gēn
The standard transliteration of Meghan: 梅 (méi, "plum blossom"), 根 (gēn, "root"). Chosen for sound, it is instantly recognizable as this name.
Why these characters?
Syllable by syllable: 梅 (méi) carries "meg", 根 (gēn) carries "han". The tone contour is 2-1 (rising, high level).
Character breakdown
21 strokes total (simplified)- 梅
méi
Tone 2 · 11 strokes (simplified)
plum blossom
- 根
gēn
Tone 1 · 10 strokes (simplified)
root
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meaningful
Chosen for meaning and association
玉洁
Yù Jié
Inspired by "pearl": 玉 (yù, "jade") + 洁 (jié, "clean, pure"), expressing precious stones and steadfastness.
Why these characters?
Because Meghan is linked to "pearl", the name leads with 玉 (jade); 洁 (clean, pure) gives it a natural given-name finish.
Character breakdown
14 strokes total (simplified)- 玉
yù
Tone 4 · 5 strokes (simplified)
jade
- 洁
jié
Tone 2 · 9 strokes (simplified)
clean, pure
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balanced
A balance of sound and meaning
梅璐
Méi Lù
梅 (méi, "plum blossom") + 璐 (lù, "beautiful jade"): echoes the sound of the English name while carrying meaning.
Why these characters?
It keeps 梅 (méi), the same opening character as the transliteration 梅根, for the "meg" sound, and replaces the rest with 璐 ("beautiful jade") so the whole reads as a real given name.
Character breakdown
28 strokes total (simplified)- 梅
méi
Tone 2 · 11 strokes (simplified)
plum blossom
- 璐
lù
Tone 4 · 17 strokes (simplified)
beautiful jade
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Popularity in the US
US Social Security records show 94,449 girls named Meghan since 1952, with the high point in 1985 (4,667 births) and the busiest decade being the 1980s. Between 1990 and 2017 it slipped, from #91 to #1400 among girls.
- Peak year
- 1985
- Peak decade
- 1980s
- First year
- 1952
- Total since 1880
- 94,449
More About Meghan in Chinese
The Chinese translation of Meghan offers multiple styles to suit different preferences. Whether you prefer a phonetic transliteration that sounds like your name, or a meaningful interpretation that captures the essence of Meghan, you'll find options that work for you.
Meghan is also spelled Megan — both names use the same Chinese transliteration.
Names with the same root meaning include Margaret in Chinese, which share similar origins or meanings.
If you're exploring Chinese names for girls, you might also be interested in Megan in Chinese, Margaret in Chinese, and Maya in Chinese. Each name has its own unique character combinations and meanings.
Other popular choices include Whitney in Chinese, Arianna in Chinese, Karen in Chinese, Kristina in Chinese, and Aaliyah in Chinese, each with beautiful traditional and simplified character options.
When choosing Chinese characters for Meghan, consider whether you want:
- Phonetic accuracy: Characters that sound like Meghan to native Chinese speakers
- Meaningful symbolism: Characters chosen for their beautiful meanings and cultural significance
- Balanced approach: A combination of sound and meaning that works well in both languages
Browse our complete A-Z index of Chinese names to explore more options, or start with our curated list of popular names in Chinese to see what others are choosing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Meghan in Chinese characters?
梅根 (Méi Gēn), identical in simplified and traditional script. This is the conventional transliteration used in Chinese media.
Is there a Chinese name for Meghan with real meaning?
Try 玉洁 (Yù Jié): jade + clean, pure, inspired by "pearl". For something that still sounds like Meghan, 梅璐 (Méi Lù) is a middle ground.
Do Meghan and Megan have the same Chinese name?
Yes. Both are written 梅根, because Chinese transliteration follows pronunciation rather than English spelling.