When our parents name us as babies, we never get to choose the name.

Sometimes, the names they choose become funny or even embarrassing when pronounced in different languages like Mandarin, Hokkien, or Cantonese.

During my school days, my friends used to tease me and make jokes based on my name. I’m sure many of you have experienced the same thing!

So here is a list of funny Chinese names that sound hilarious in other languages. This is a list of funny Chinese names that include funny Chinese last names and funny Chinese names that sound dirty.

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Here is a list of 19 people’s name who have another meaning while pronounce in different language:

Anne Chang (Mandarin)- Dirty
Anne Chin (Mandarin) – Keep quiet
Faye Chen (Mandarin) – Dusty
Carl Cheng (Hokkien) – Buttock
Monica Cheng (Hokkien) – Touching your buttocks
Lucy Leow (Hokkien) – You are dead
Jane Tan (Mandarin) – Frying eggs
Suzie Leow (Hokkien) – Lost till death
Henry Mah (Mandarin) – Hate your mum
Corrine Tai (Hokkien) – Poor fellow
Paul Chan (Mandarin) – Bankrupt
Nelson Tan (Mandarin) – Bird laying eggs
Leslie Tong (Mandarin) – Rubbish bin
Carmen Teng (Hokkien) – Leg hair long
Connie Mah (Mandarin) – Call your Mother
Danny See (Hokkien) – Squeeze you to death
Rosie Teng (Hokkien) – Screws and nails
Pete Tsai (Hokkien) – Nose droppings
Macy Koh (Cantonese) – Never die before
Samuel Kia (Hokkien) – harry person
Gina Kia (Hokkien) – Small kids
Mike Lee (Cantonese) – “Mai Lei” sounds like “don’t come”

Why These Names Sound Funny

Most of these names sound funny because:

• Different Chinese dialects have words that sound similar to English names.
• When you combine a Chinese surname with an English first name, it can form a new phrase.
• Some dialects like Hokkien and Cantonese have slang meanings that sound rude.

Disclaimer

This post is meant for fun and cultural interest.
If your name is listed here, don’t worry — many people experience this during childhood!

Conclusion

If you’re looking for funny Chinese names, funniest Chinese names, or a list of funny Chinese names, this list should make you laugh.
If you have more names to add, feel free to share them in the comments!