清如许 (qīng rú xǔ) is a Chinese girl's name that reads as poetic, serene, pure, profound, timeless.
| Character | Role | Strokes | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
清 | Surname | 11 | Clear, pure, serene, distinct |
如许 | Given name | 12 | As clear as this; to such an extent (implying exceptional clarity or purity, often referencing the poetic phrase '问渠那得清如许') |
The name "清如许" (Qīng Rú Xǔ) literally translates to "as clear/pure as this." It is deeply rooted in a famous classical Chinese poem by Zhu Xi, "观书有感" (Thoughts on Reading), which poses the question "How can the pond be so clear?" and answers "Because there is a constant stream of fresh water." Thus, the name signifies a person who possesses exceptional clarity of mind, purity of heart, and a continuous spirit of learning and self-renewal, embodying a serene and profound inner world.