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Origin: Chinese

Meaning: Little girl; Ox

If your little one is born in the Year of the Ox, they may be even stronger and more honest with the name Niu. In China, the mighty ox holds a special place amidst the farming communities and is often celebrated for its hard work and perseverance. When written as 牛 in Simplified Chinese, Niu, a girl's name, means "ox" and appears as a surname among the Song Dynasty's list of the Hundred Family Surnames. When Niu is written as 妞, it translates to "little girl," reminding baby they will always have a special place of warmth and affection with their doting family.