依（yi）
Name meaning
依 (yi) means to lean on, rely on, follow or remain close. In a given name it should suggest trust, relational steadiness and gentle constancy, not dependence without selfhood.
Practical naming use
Use 依 (yi) for a name that should feel warm, loyal and connected. It suits care work, education, family-oriented public life, design, writing or a personality image of dependable presence with emotional intelligence.
Pairing guide
Pair 依 (yi) with clarity, peace or culture: 依明 (Yiming), 依安 (Yian), 依文 (Yiwen) or 依宁 (Yining). Avoid a second character that makes the name too passive.
依明 (Yiming): Yi contributes to rely on, gentle attachment; Ming adds brightness, clarity.