Xue is a unisex given name of Chinese origin, meaning 'snow'. It is composed of two characters: 雪 (xuě) meaning snow and 夕 (xī) meaning evening twilight. Together, they form an idiom that conveys a sense of tranquility and calmness. Xue is pronounced /ˈʃweɪ/ in English, with the first syllable rhyming with 'sway'. This name gained popularity outside China due to its poetic sound and symbolic meaning, often chosen by parents who appreciate Chinese culture or are drawn to its aesthetic qualities.
The name Xue experienced fluctuations in popularity with a peak of 11 births in both 1993 and 1996, but has since declined to single digits.