1. Names Should Have a Masculine Aura
When naming boys, it is correct to choose names with a masculine aura. A boy's name should sound strong and clear; if a boy's name has a feminine tone, it may be inappropriate. To give a name a masculine aura, one can use characters that have a masculine quality.
In Chinese names, many characters inherently carry a strong masculine aura, such as: Xiao (霄), Lei (雷), Zhuang (壮), Chong (冲), Fei (飞), Zhen (震), Hai (海), Lei (磊), Jian (剑), Xia (侠), Shi (石), Meng (猛), Wei (威), Biao (彪), Ang (昂), Wu (武), Tian (天), Hao (豪), Xiong (雄)... If these characters are used appropriately in names, they will impart a masculine aura.
It’s not difficult to give boys names with a masculine spirit, but one must avoid excessive repetition of names.
2. Avoid Using Single Characters Where Possible
First, single-character names are less effective than double-character names in addressing the five elements (Wu Xing) principles in fortune-telling. Simply put, single-character names generally score lower than double-character ones.
Second, single-character names are more likely to become common or even vulgar, making them more prone to duplication. Such names lack personalization and are less likely to attract attention, leaving a deep and favorable first impression. For large surnames like Zhang, Wang, Li, Zhao, Liu, it's best to avoid single-character names for boys, such as Li Gang or Liu Yong.
Of course, a good name should be chosen based on the baby's exact time of birth. One needs to analyze the balance of the five elements in the baby's八字 (Ba Zi, or "Eight Characters"), identify the preferred and required elements! Fashion and modernity in names should also be considered! Moreover, emphasis should be placed on comprehensive factors such as pronunciation, character meaning, and character shape!