Chen Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Chen Name at a Glance

Name	Chen
Meaning	Great.
Origin	Chinese
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Chen Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Chen means “Great”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Chen Name Origin

Our database records Chen under Chinese origin. Browse more Chinese baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Chen a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Chen is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Chen

When considering Chen for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.