What Does the Name Ming Mean
The name Ming comes from Chinese roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Ming below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Ming Name Meaning
& f ChineseFrom Chinese 明 (míng) meaning "bright, light, clear" or 铭 (míng) meaning "inscribe, engrave", as well as other characters which are pronounced similarly.
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