# What Does the Name Mei Mean?

Mei is a girl name of Chinese origin. It means “beautiful”.

**Origin:** Chinese

  **Gender:** girl

  **Pronunciation:** MAY

The name Mei comes from Chinese roots, where it carries the meaning “beautiful”. It is pronounced MAY.

Is Mei a boy or girl name? Mei is traditionally used as a girl name.

## More Chinese names

- [**Ming**bright](/baby-name-ming-meaning/)
- [**Xin**new](/baby-name-xin-meaning/)
- [**Jing**calm, quiet](/baby-name-jing-meaning/)

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Mei?

Mei means “beautiful”. It is a name of Chinese origin.

### What origin is the name Mei?

Mei is of Chinese origin.

### Is Mei a boy or girl name?

Mei is traditionally a girl name.