Grace in Chinese
Origin: Latin
Meaning: grace, kindness
The standard Chinese transliteration of Grace, pronounced Gé Lěi Sī. The characters are chosen for sound: 格 (gé, "pattern, standard"), 蕾 (lěi, "flower bud"), 丝 (sī, "silk"). Native speakers will immediately recognize it as the name Grace.
Character Breakdown
Note: Reads as the name "Grace" to native speakers; the characters are chosen for sound, so don't expect a poetic meaning. Traditional form 格蕾絲 differs from simplified 格蕾丝; pick one script and keep it consistent. Use a proper calligraphy font and have a native speaker check the final stencil (stroke order and orientation).
A Chinese-style given name inspired by the meaning of Grace ("grace, kindness"), expressing grace and kindness: 恩 (ēn, "grace, kindness") + 琪 (qí, "fine jade").
Character Breakdown
Note: A meaning-based Chinese given name; it will not sound like your English name, so pair it with an explanation if that matters to you. Use a proper calligraphy font and have a native speaker check the final stencil (stroke order and orientation).
Opens with 歌 (gē, "song"), which echoes the first sound of Grace (Gé), and adds 仪 (yí, "bearing, grace; ceremony") for grace and kindness. It reads like a natural Chinese given name with a nod to your English one.
Character Breakdown
Note: Looks and sounds like a genuine Chinese given name while still echoing your name; a popular choice for tattoos. Traditional form 歌儀 differs from simplified 歌仪; pick one script and keep it consistent. Use a proper calligraphy font and have a native speaker check the final stencil (stroke order and orientation).
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you write Grace in Chinese?
The most common way is 格蕾丝 (traditional: 格蕾絲), pronounced Gé Lěi Sī. This is the standard phonetic transliteration you would see in Chinese media and translations.
What does 格蕾丝 mean?
格蕾丝 is a sound-based transliteration, so as a whole it simply means "Grace". Individually: 格 (gé) = pattern, standard; 蕾 (lěi) = flower bud; 丝 (sī) = silk. If you want real meaning, try 恩琪 (Ēn Qí), inspired by the meaning of Grace: "grace, kindness".
Which Chinese name for Grace is best for a tattoo?
Choose 格蕾丝 if you want people to recognize your name, 恩琪 if you prefer meaning over sound, or 歌仪 for a natural-sounding Chinese name that still echoes Grace. Whatever you pick, use a calligraphy font and ask a native speaker to check the final design.