菊（ju）
Name meaning
菊 (ju) means chrysanthemum or autumn grace.
Practical naming use
Use 菊 (ju) when the name should suggest chrysanthemum, autumn grace. Keep the full two-character name natural, readable and balanced for everyday use.
Pairing guide
Pair 菊 (ju) with characters such as 文 (Wen) for a steadier frame, 宁 (Ning) for a cultured register, 清 (Qing) for clarity or 然 (Ran) for calm. Let the second character clarify the intended register rather than doubling an already strong image.