Xu
Meaning of Xu
Xu is a male name of Chinese origin. In Chinese Mandarin, it is pronounced as "shoo" (/ʃu/). This name is also sometimes spelled as Xue. While not very common in the United States, Xu has been given to a handful of newborns over the years. The name Xu carries with it an air of uniqueness and mystery, making it a distinctive choice for parents looking for something different for their baby boy. With its strong and concise sound, Xu evokes feelings of strength and determination.
Pronunciation
Chinese Mandarin
- Pronunced as shoo (/ʃu/)
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Notable People Named Xu
| Xu Weizhou, also known as Timmy Xu, is a Chinese actor and singer who gained international recognition for his role in the web series Addicted and for his achievements on the Billboard charts. |
| Xu Mengjie, also known as Rainbow Xu, is a Chinese singer and actress who gained fame as a former member of the Chinese girl group Rocket Girls 101. |
| Xu Kai, also known as "Soso", is a popular Chinese actor and model, recognized for his roles in various TV series and awarded "Best Actor" at prestigious events. |
| Xu Bing is a renowned Chinese artist known for his printmaking, installation art, and innovative use of language in art, who has received prestigious awards for his contributions to the art world. |
| Xu Guangqi, also known as Hsü Kuang-ch'i, was a prominent Chinese agronomist, astronomer, mathematician, and politician during the Ming dynasty, and a collaborator with Jesuit missionaries in translating Western texts into Chinese. |
| Xu Jinglei is a renowned Chinese actress and film director, known for her award-winning performances and directing debut. |
| Xu Yan is a Chinese Sanda and kickboxer known for competing in the middleweight division and gaining recognition internationally in promotions like Fight Code, K-1, and Shootboxing. |
| Xu Zhiyong is a prominent Chinese civil rights activist and founder of the New Citizens' Movement, known for his advocacy against corruption and support for the underprivileged in China. |
| Xu Zhimo was a Chinese romantic poet and writer known for modernizing Chinese poetry and died in a plane crash. |
| Xu Genbao is a former Chinese international football player turned successful football manager and the founder of Shanghai East Asia football club and the Genbao Football Academy. |
| Xu Zheng is a popular Chinese actor and director, recognized for his comedic roles and his involvement in successful films like Lost in Thailand, Lost in Hong Kong, and Dying to Survive. |
| Xu Wei, also known as Qingteng Shanren, was a versatile Chinese artist and tea master in the Ming dynasty. |
| Xu Si is a Chinese professional snooker player. |
| Xu Haiqiao, also known as Joe Xu, is a Chinese actor recognized for his performances in popular television series such as The Dream Of Red Mansions, The Journey of Flower, Revive, Detective Samoyeds, and Lost Love in Times, after graduating from Shanghai Theatre Academy. |
| Xu Shijie was a Chinese Communist revolutionary and politician who held various positions in Guangdong and Hainan provinces before his death in 1991. |
