What origin is the name Kuan-Yin?

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

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Kuan-Yin

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Kuan-Yin

Kuan-Yin

Boy

Chinese

2 syllables

Kuan-Yin is a Chinese boy's name meaning "Buddhist deity of mercy.".

Kuan-Yin is a boy name of Chinese origin meaning "Buddhist deity of mercy.". At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Chinese
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Buddhist deity of mercy.

Popularity

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What does Kuan-Yin mean?

Kuan-Yin is a boy name of Chinese origin meaning "Buddhist deity of mercy.".

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