Standard spelling
布莱恩
Bù lái ēn
The common Chinese spelling of Brian.
- 布
- cloth; a common name sound
- 莱
- a common name sound
- 恩
- grace, kindness
The version used for Brian in Chinese books, films and news.
Brian in Chinese
In Chinese, Brian is written 布莱恩 (Bù lái ēn), the standard spelling used in Chinese books, films and news. If you would like a name with meaning, try 柏然 (Bǎi rán): a Chinese-style name meaning steadfast as the cypress.
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布莱恩
Bù lái ēn
Brian
Choose by sound or by meaning.
There is no single official spelling of an English name in Chinese. Here is what each option says, character by character.
Name with meaning
柏然
Bǎi rán
A Chinese-style name meaning steadfast as the cypress.
- 柏
- cypress, a symbol of steadfastness
- 然
- natural, at ease
Keeps the “Bry-an” sound of Brian, with a meaning worth wearing.
Single character
柏
Bǎi
A single character meaning the cypress, a symbol of steadfastness.
- 柏
- cypress, a symbol of steadfastness
A compact mark for small artwork or a seal-style stamp.
Where Brian comes from.
Brian is an old Irish name whose meaning is uncertain; it may come from a Celtic word for “high” or “noble”. It was borne by Brian Boru, an 11th-century High King of Ireland.
Famous Brians in Chinese
- Brian Mayguitarist, Queen布莱恩·梅
About Brian in Chinese
What does the name Brian mean?
Brian is an old Irish name whose meaning is uncertain; it may come from a Celtic word for “high” or “noble”. It was borne by Brian Boru, an 11th-century High King of Ireland.
How do you say Brian in Chinese?
Brian is written 布莱恩 and pronounced Bù lái ēn. This is the standard spelling Chinese speakers use for the name. The version used for Brian in Chinese books, films and news.
What does 柏然 mean?
柏然 (Bǎi rán) is a Chinese-style name for Brian: a Chinese-style name meaning steadfast as the cypress. 柏 means “cypress, a symbol of steadfastness”, 然 means “natural, at ease”.
Which version of Brian is best for a tattoo?
布莱恩 is how Chinese speakers will read your name. 柏然 is shorter and every character carries a meaning, which many people prefer for body art. Write it in a readable style such as Kaishu, and show it to a fluent reader before your appointment.