代（dai）
Name meaning
代 (dai) means to be a substitute for, to act on behalf of or to replace.
Practical naming use
Use 代 (dai) when the name should suggest to be a substitute for, to act on behalf of. Keep the full two-character name natural, readable and balanced for everyday use.
Pairing guide
Pair 代 (dai) with characters such as 安 (An) for a steadier frame, 文 (Wen) for a cultured register, 清 (Qing) for clarity or 宁 (Ning) for calm. Let the second character clarify the intended register rather than doubling an already strong image.