Plum, beautiful, or logic
In Chinese, the meaning of Li varies significantly depending on the character used. Common meanings include 'plum' (LΗ), 'beautiful' (LΓ¬), or 'logic/reason' (LΗ). It is a highly versatile name used across many East Asian cultures.
Less common today
Li isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,022 in 2001.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Professional tennis player and Grand Slam champion
Chinese army captain and commander Β· Mulan
Olympic gold medalist gymnast and entrepreneur
Renowned Tang Dynasty poet