Common name

延安

Yanan

boy Chinese name

延安 Yanan

延安 is read as Yanan and means to extend + peace. It is evaluated through character meaning, Mandarin sound and English-speaker usability.

Pinyin

Yanan · tones 2-1

Script forms

Simplified and traditional 延安

Meaning

to extend + peace

Five element

Earth + Fire

Style

calm

Character story

Yan contributes to extend, lasting; An adds peace, safety.

Best for: Names that need to extend with peace. Best when the surname supports a classic, steady, calm, gentle tone.

Pairing logic

Rhythm: Yanan uses Mandarin tones 2-1; check it with the chosen surname for flow.

Element image: Earth + Fire. This is a meaning-and-imagery label.

Check: The surname should make the name sound natural, not translated word by word.