Name & Numerology
The Five Grids in Name Numerology: What Each Grid Suggests
The five grids — heaven, earth, person, total, outer — are the framework of Chinese name numerology, each carrying a traditional theme, not a verdict.
DEFINITION
What are the five grids? They are counts derived from a name's Kangxi stroke totals, grouped into five positions, each linked to a cultural reading.
Heaven, earth, person
The three core grids come from the surname and given name.
Total and outer
The remaining two widen the picture of the name.
Themes, not scores
Each grid suggests a tone, not a grade.
Frequently asked
Are more grids better?
It is about balance of themes, not a high score.
Where do counts come from?
The Kangxi dictionary stroke standard.
Is it the same as BaZi?
No; it is name-based, separate from birth time.
Where to compute?
A name tool derives the grids from stroke counts.
YiMingShu presents Eastern destiny systems as a cultural and reflective tool, not as science, medicine, law, or financial advice. Charts are for self-reflection and tradition, not for making medical, legal, or investment decisions.