Xinyan is a modern Chinese feminine name most widely recognized internationally as the name of a playable character in the popular video game Genshin Impact (2020). The name is formed from Chinese characters, typically 欣 (xīn) meaning "happy, joyous, delighted" and 妍 (yán) meaning "beautiful." It can also be formed from other character combinations with similar auspicious meanings, such as 信 ("trust, faith") or 心 ("heart") paired with 艳 ("gorgeous"). Notable Bearer The most famous bearer is Xinyan, a character from Genshin Impact set in the fictional region of Liyue. She is a rock-'n'-roll musician who wields a claymore and uses the Pyro element in combat. According to her in-game story, she was born into a wealthy family but chose to pursue performance art against her parents' wishes. Her distinctive style—a fusion of traditional Chinese and Western rock aesthetics—has made her a fan favorite since her release in Version 1.1 (December 2020). Cultural Significance While Xinyan is a modern name without deep historical roots, its components reflect common idealist values in Chinese naming: happiness (xīn) and beauty (yán). The character 欣 appears frequently in Chinese given names for both genders, while 妍 is almost exclusively feminine. As a unit, Xinyan sounds fresh and contemporary. Meaning: "Joyous beauty" (common combination) Origin: Chinese Type: Feminine given name Usage: Modern China, among diaspora