China — Name Day Description

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China
Date
May 4
Names
Wen, Yanan, Zedong
Description

May 4 is commemorated in China as Youth Day, marking the May Fourth Movement of 1919—a student-led movement that called for modernization, national strength, and cultural renewal. The day celebrates youth, education, and patriotism.

  • Wen (文) – Means culture, literature, or refinement. It symbolizes intellect, scholarship, and the pursuit of knowledge, reflecting the values of the May Fourth generation.
  • Yanan (延安) – A name meaning prolonged peace. It also holds historical importance as the revolutionary base of the Chinese Communist movement, symbolizing perseverance and national unity.
  • Zedong (泽东) – Of Chinese origin, meaning benefiting the East. It is most famously associated with Mao Zedong (1893–1976), the revolutionary leader whose influence shaped modern China. The name conveys leadership and transformation.