Brave, heroic, or flower petal
In Mandarin Chinese, the meaning of Ying varies depending on the character used. It most commonly translates to 'brave' or 'heroic,' but it can also refer to a 'flower' or 'petal,' symbolizing both strength and delicate beauty.
Less common today
Ying isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,325 in 1994.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Former Prime Minister of Thailand
Award-winning Chinese-Canadian novelist
Renowned Chinese actor and director
