What Does the Name Jian Mean
The name Jian comes from Chinese roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Jian below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Jian Name Meaning
& f ChineseFrom Chinese 建 (jiàn) meaning "build, establish", 健 (jiàn) meaning "strong, healthy", or other characters which are pronounced in a similar fashion.
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