Standard spelling
查理
Chá lǐ
The standard Chinese spelling of Charlie.
- 查
- to examine; a common name sound
- 理
- reason, principle
The version used for Charlie in Chinese books, films and news.
Charlie in Chinese
In Chinese, Charlie is written 查理 (Chá lǐ), the standard spelling used in Chinese books, films and news. If you would like a name with meaning, try 朝晖 (Zhāo huī): a Chinese-style name meaning morning sunlight.
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查理
Chá lǐ
Charlie
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
朝晖
Zhāo huī
A Chinese-style name meaning morning sunlight.
- 朝
- morning
- 晖
- sunshine
Keeps the “Char” sound of Charlie, with a meaning worth wearing.
Single character
晖
Huī
A single character meaning sunshine.
- 晖
- sunshine
A compact mark for small artwork or a seal-style stamp.
Where Charlie comes from.
Charlie is a pet form of Charles, meaning “free man”, and is also used for Charlotte.
Famous Charlies in Chinese
- Charlie Chaplinsilent film actor and director查理·卓别林
- Charlie Puthsinger, See You Again查理·普斯
About Charlie in Chinese
What does the name Charlie mean?
Charlie is a pet form of Charles, meaning “free man”, and is also used for Charlotte.
How do you say Charlie in Chinese?
Charlie is written 查理 and pronounced Chá lǐ. This is the standard spelling Chinese speakers use for the name. The version used for Charlie in Chinese books, films and news.
What does 朝晖 mean?
朝晖 (Zhāo huī) is a Chinese-style name for Charlie: a Chinese-style name meaning morning sunlight. 朝 means “morning”, 晖 means “sunshine”.
Which version of Charlie is best for a tattoo?
查理 is how Chinese speakers will read your name. 朝晖 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.