Zhou
Fact sheet
- Name
- Zhou
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 1
Zhou is a first name of Chinese origin that is used for both boys and girls. The German translation of the name includes terms such as 'the light', 'the day', 'the boat', and 'the circle'.
What does the name Zhou mean?
The name Zhou is a Chinese first name suitable for both genders. Its meanings in English range from 'the light' to 'the day', 'the boat', and 'the circle'. The origins of the name are rooted in Chinese, derived from the characters zhōu (舟) for 'boat' or 'ship', zhou (㫶) for 'light', zhou (昼) for 'day', and zhou (周) for 'circle'.
How do you pronounce Zhou?
Zhou is pronounced approximately like 'Dzhou'.
Popularity
In Germany, Zhou is a rather rare first name. It has not appeared in the German name popularity lists so far. In Austria, the name reached its best ranking in 1999, placing 697th in the local name charts. Between 1984 and 2024, Zhou was given as a first name in Austria fewer than 10 times, ranking it 4,061st. In the last ten years, no child has been named Zhou.
Famous people
- Zhou Zhennan (singer from China)
Frequently asked questions about the name Zhou
What is the origin of the name Zhou?
The name Zhou has Chinese roots and is suitable for both boys and girls.
What does the name Zhou mean?
The meanings of the name Zhou include 'the light', 'the day', 'the boat', and 'the circle', depending on the Chinese characters used.
How popular is the name Zhou?
The popularity of the name Zhou varies, but it is recognized and appreciated in different cultures, especially in China.