Li
Meaning of Li
Li is a unisex name with Chinese origins. In Cantonese, it is pronounced as "lay" (/lei/), while in Mandarin, it is pronounced as "lee" (/li/). The name Li has variations across different regions and languages. In the United States, Li has appeared in records since the 1950s, with varying popularity over the years. It ranked as low as 15,234th in 2009 and reached its highest rank at 4,884th in 1983. Despite its fluctuating popularity, Li remains a unique and meaningful choice for parents looking for a name of Chinese origin or seeking a unisex option for their child.
Pronunciation
Chinese Cantonese
- Pronunced as lay (/lei/)
Chinese Mandarin
- Pronunced as lee (/li/)
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Notable People Named Li
| Li Na is a retired Chinese professional tennis player who made history as the first Asian Grand Slam singles champion. |
| Li Xian is a Chinese actor known for his roles in films like "Soul Snatcher" and the drama "Go Go Squid!" |
| Li Bai, also known as Li Bo, was a celebrated Chinese poet from the Tang dynasty, considered one of the greatest poets in Chinese history. |
| Li Shizeng, also known as Li Yuying, was an educator, advocate of anarchist beliefs, political activist, and member of the Chinese Nationalist Party during the early Republican China era. |
| Li Wenliang was a Chinese ophthalmologist who warned his colleagues about early COVID-19 infections in Wuhan and was dubbed a whistleblower for sharing information about the outbreak. |
| Li Zhi, also known as Zhuowu, was a Chinese philosopher, historian, and writer who criticized Neo-Confucianist views and ultimately committed suicide in prison during the late Ming dynasty. |
| Li Peng was a prominent Chinese politician who held various high-ranking positions in the Chinese government, including Premier and Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress. |
| Li Liu, also known as King Wen of Qin, was a prominent general and spiritual founder of Cheng-Han during the Sixteen Kingdoms period, known for his leadership and military prowess. |
| Li Changchun is a retired Chinese politician who served on the Politburo Standing Committee and held various leadership positions within the Chinese Communist Party. |
| Li Bingbing is a renowned Chinese actress and singer known for her acclaimed performances in various films, including Seventeen Years, A World Without Thieves, and The Forbidden Kingdom. |
| Li Ye, also known as Li Zhi, was a Chinese scientist and writer who made significant contributions to mathematics and astronomy. |
| Li Xuerui is a retired Chinese professional badminton player, known for her gold medal at the 2012 London Olympics and 14 Superseries titles. |
| Li Lingwei is a prominent Chinese badminton player and sports official known for her efforts to promote women's participation in sports. |
| Li Minqi is a Chinese political economist and professor known for his advocacy of the Chinese New Left and expertise in Marxian economics. |
| Li Xueqin was a prominent Chinese historian, archaeologist, and palaeographer known for his significant contributions to the study of Chinese history and pre-Qin era. |
