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Guan-yin comes from Chinese naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Guan-yin

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Guan-yin

Guan-yin

Girl

Chinese

2 syllables

Guan-yin is a Chinese girl's name meaning "The goddess of mercy.".

Guan-yin is a girl name of Chinese origin meaning "The goddess of mercy.". At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Chinese
Gender: Girl
Syllables: 2

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

The goddess of mercy.

Popularity

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What does Guan-yin mean?

Guan-yin is a girl name of Chinese origin meaning "The goddess of mercy.".

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