Find out how popular the first name Lingxi has been for the last 13 years (from 2012 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Lingxi by gender

Based on the last 13 years of data, Lingxi is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Lingxi.

The history of the first name Lingxi

The name Lingxi has its origins in the Chinese language and culture, dating back several centuries. It is a combination of two Chinese characters, "ling" (灵) meaning "spirit" or "soul," and "xi" (熙) meaning "prosperous" or "flourishing."

In ancient Chinese philosophy and religion, the concept of "ling" was closely associated with the spiritual realm and the belief in the existence of souls or spirits. The character "xi," on the other hand, symbolized prosperity, abundance, and a thriving state of affairs.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lingxi can be found in the historical literature of the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD). During this golden age of Chinese civilization, the name was occasionally used for both males and females.

In the 8th century AD, there was a renowned Chinese scholar and poet named Lingxi Yuansou, who served as a high-ranking official in the imperial court. His literary works and contributions to the development of neo-Confucian thought have been widely recognized and studied.

Another notable figure with the name Lingxi was a Buddhist monk who lived during the Song Dynasty (960-1279 AD). Known as Lingxi Zhi Gong, he was a respected teacher and is credited with establishing a influential branch of the Linji school of Chan (Zen) Buddhism.

During the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644 AD), there was a famous painter and calligrapher named Lingxi Zheng, who was particularly renowned for his landscapes and bird-and-flower paintings.

In more recent history, there was a Chinese philosopher and writer named Lingxi Feng (1915-1999), who was a prominent figure in the New Confucian movement and a prolific author on topics related to Chinese culture and philosophy.

While the name Lingxi has been used throughout Chinese history, it has remained relatively uncommon compared to some other traditional Chinese names. Its unique combination of characters, however, has made it a distinctive and meaningful choice for those who value its spiritual and prosperous connotations.

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