Beichen
Beichen is a culturally significant name with Chinese origins, meaning 'Northern Star' or 'North Pole'. Traditionally a masculine name, Beichen can also be used for females. It embodies guidance, leadership, and stability, akin to the Polaris star that navigators have relied on for centuries. In Chinese culture, the North Star holds great significance as a symbol of constancy and reliability.
Beichen is becoming increasingly popular in storytelling, symbolizing direction and hope. It is perceived as a strong and unique name, easy to pronounce for many English speakers due to its phonetic structure.
Basic Information
Gender: Boy
Sounds Like: BAY-chen
Pronunciation Explanation: The emphasis is on the first syllable 'BAY', and the second syllable is pronounced like 'chen', which is softer and flows smoothly.
Summary and Meaning
Meaning: Northern Star, North Pole
Origin: The name Beichen has its roots in Chinese culture and language, specifically relating to the concept of the Northern Star, an important celestial beacon.
Usage: Beichen is more commonly a masculine name but can be used for all genders depending on personal preference.
Name Number (Chaldean)
Name Number (Pythagorean)
Popularity (Global Rank)
Overall: 118074
Boys: 41192
Most Popular in
Religious and Cultural Significance
Religion: Secular/Traditional Chinese
Background: In Chinese tradition, celestial objects like Beichen (North Star) are often linked to spirituality and cosmic significance.
Cultural Significance: The Northern Star symbolizes guidance and unchanging direction in Chinese philosophy, making it a favorable choice as a name.
Historical Significance: Historically, the North Star has been a crucial navigational aid in various cultures, including China, where it represents a stable point in the sky by which to guide one's journey.
Popular Culture
Literature and Mythology: The concept of the North Star appears in various Chinese myths, often as a symbol of divine direction or fortune.
Movies and Television: Beichen might appear in modern literature or media as a symbolic name invoking leadership or constancy.
Feelings and Perceptions
Perception: Beichen is typically viewed positively, seen as a name that represents leadership, reliability, and inspiration.
Positive Feelings: Unique, strong, reliable, inspirational, celestial, guiding.
Negative Feelings: May be unfamiliar, pronunciation could be initially challenging for non-Chinese speakers.
Practical Considerations
Ease of Writing and Calling: Beichen is reasonably easy to write and pronounce, especially for English speakers familiar with phonetic translations of Chinese names.
Common Typos and Misspellings: Bechin,Baychen,Beechen,Baichen
Common Nicknames: Bei,Chen
Beichen Popularity
Beichen Usage and Popularity By Country
| Country | Rank (Overall) |
|---|---|
| Australia | 32609 |
| Switzerland | 35738 |
| United States | 38983 |
| Canada | 46968 |
| United Kingdom | 51751 |
| Netherlands | 70785 |
| France | 158953 |
Beichen Usage and Popularity By City
| City | Rank (Overall) |
|---|---|
| New York | 21982 |
| Boston | 11569 |
| Peking | 5417 |
| Dallas | 13396 |
| Shanghai | 8799 |
| Los Angeles | 32564 |
| Johnson City | 1887 |
| Vancouver | 12900 |
| London | 46025 |
Compatibility Analysis
Famous Persons Named Beichen
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Related Names
Similar Sounding Names:
Baylen,Benson,Brixton,Breckin
Similar Meaning and Related Names:
Sibling Name Ideas (Brothers):
Sibling Name Ideas (Sisters):
Jing ♀️
No specific religious association
