Reagan in Chinese
Reagan in Chinese is 里根 (Lǐ Gēn).
- Origin
- Irish
- Meaning
- little king
Etymologically, Reagan is Irish and is commonly glossed as "little king". It first shows up in US Social Security records in 1956 and peaked in 2016. Names sharing the same root meaning include Ryan.
3 ways to write Reagan
phonetic
Following the sound of your name
里根
Lǐ Gēn
The standard transliteration of Reagan: 里 (lǐ, "village; mile (phonetic 'ri/li')"), 根 (gēn, "root"). Chosen for sound, it is instantly recognizable as this name.
Why these characters?
The mapping is one character per syllable: 里 (lǐ) carries "rea", 根 (gēn) carries "gan". The tone contour is 3-1 (dipping, high level).
Character breakdown
17 strokes total (simplified)- 里
lǐ
Tone 3 · 7 strokes (simplified)
village; mile (phonetic 'ri/li')
- 根
gēn
Tone 1 · 10 strokes (simplified)
root
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meaningful
Chosen for meaning and association
嘉晴
Jiā Qíng
Inspired by "little king": 嘉 (jiā, "excellent, praiseworthy") + 晴 (qíng, "clear sky, fine weather"), expressing nobility and greatness.
Why these characters?
The idea of "king" behind Reagan is rendered by 嘉, "excellent, praiseworthy"; 晴, "clear sky, fine weather", completes it.
Character breakdown
26 strokes total (simplified)- 嘉
jiā
Tone 1 · 14 strokes (simplified)
excellent, praiseworthy
- 晴
qíng
Tone 2 · 12 strokes (simplified)
clear sky, fine weather
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balanced
A balance of sound and meaning
黎嘉
Lí Jiā
黎 (lí, "dawn; multitude") + 嘉 (jiā, "excellent, praiseworthy"): echoes the sound of the English name while carrying meaning.
Why these characters?
黎 (lí) sounds close to the opening "rea" of Reagan (compare 里 lǐ) but means "dawn; multitude"; 嘉 adds "excellent, praiseworthy".
Character breakdown
29 strokes total (simplified)- 黎
lí
Tone 2 · 15 strokes (simplified)
dawn; multitude
- 嘉
jiā
Tone 1 · 14 strokes (simplified)
excellent, praiseworthy
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Recent US usage of Reagan
In the Social Security Administration’s 2020–2025 snapshot, Reagan ranked 159 among names recorded for girls, with 10,872 registrations in that group across the period. These are US birth-name records, rather than search counts or a ranking of Chinese names. The period covers part of a decade; it is not a final ranking for the whole 2020s.
Compare the dated figures in the SSA’s official 2020s name table. This snapshot was checked on 2026-10-15; any historical figures on this page describe their own stated period.
Popularity in the US
US Social Security records show 49,254 girls named Reagan since 1956, with the high point in 2016 (3,091 births) and the busiest decade being the 2010s. Between 1990 and 2017 it climbed, from #1670 to #98 among girls.
- Peak year
- 2016
- Peak decade
- 2010s
- First year
- 1956
- Total since 1880
- 49,254
More About Reagan in Chinese
The Chinese translation of Reagan 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 Reagan, you'll find options that work for you.
Names with the same root meaning include Ryan in Chinese, which share similar origins or meanings.
If you're exploring Chinese names for girls, you might also be interested in Ryan in Chinese, Stella in Chinese, and Susan in Chinese. Each name has its own unique character combinations and meanings.
Other popular choices include Vivian in Chinese, Anne in Chinese, Rylee in Chinese, and Juliana in Chinese, each with beautiful traditional and simplified character options.
When choosing Chinese characters for Reagan, consider whether you want:
- Phonetic accuracy: Characters that sound like Reagan 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 Reagan in Chinese characters?
里根 (Lǐ Gēn), identical in simplified and traditional script. This is the conventional transliteration used in Chinese media.
How popular is the name Reagan?
US Social Security records show 49,254 girls named Reagan since 1956, with the high point in 2016 (3,091 births) and the busiest decade being the 2010s. Between 1990 and 2017 it climbed, from #1670 to #98 among girls.
Does Reagan change in traditional Chinese?
No. 里根 uses only characters that are the same in both scripts, so one design works everywhere.