Chinese Names of Popular Superheroes
Let’s take a look at the most popular superheroes and how their names are translated into Chinese.
Superhero Vocabulary
chāojí yīngxióng
superhero
超能力 (chāonénglì) literally translates as “super ability” and can describe anything from flying to time travel.
chāonénglì
superpower
lit. “super-ability”
Check out the Chinese translations of some iconic names from the superhero universe 🦸🏻♀️
- 漫威宇宙 (Mànwēi Yǔzhòu) — Marvel Universe
- DC宇宙 (DC Yǔzhòu) — DC Universe
- 复仇者联盟 (Fùchóuzhě Liánméng) — The Avengers
- 正义联盟 (Zhèngyì Liánméng) — Justice League
- 银河护卫队 (Yínhé Hùwèiduì) — Guardians of the Galaxy
- X战警 (X Zhànjǐng) — X-Men
Chinese Names for Popular Superheroes
01. Spider-Man
Zhīzhū Xiá
Spider-Man
lit. “spider-hero”
Peter Parker (彼得·帕克, Bǐdé Pàkè)
- 蜘蛛感应 (zhīzhū gǎnyìng) — spider sense
- 墙上行走 (qiáng shàng xíngzǒu) — wall-crawling
02. Batman
After witnessing his parents’ murder, Bruce dedicates his life to fighting crime in Gotham City (哥谭市 (Gētánshì).
Biānfú Xiá
Batman
lit. “bat-hero”
Bruce Wayne (布鲁斯·韦恩, Bùlǔsī Wéiēn)
- 高智商 (gāo zhìshāng) — genius intellect
- 精通武术 (jīngtōng wǔshù) — expert in martial arts
03. Iron Man
Tony Stark is a brilliant inventor who creates a high-tech suit of armor to save his life, he evolves into a selfless hero leading the Avengers.
Gāngtiě Xiá
Iron Man
lit. “iron-hero”
Tony Stark (托尼·史塔克, Tuōní Shǐtǎkè)
- 飞行能力 (fēixíng nénglì) — flight
- 高科技武器 (gāo kējì wǔqì) — high-tech weaponry
04. Wonder Woman
An Amazonian princess and warrior, Diana is a symbol of strength, compassion, and justice.
Shénqí Nǚxiá
Wonder Woman
lit. “miraculous-heroine”
Diana Prince (戴安娜·普林斯, Dàiānnà Pǔlínsī)
- 神力 (shénlì) — divine strength
- 高速反应 (gāosù fǎnyìng) — super speed
05. Superman
Born on Krypton and raised on Earth, Superman uses his unmatched powers to protect humanity.
Chāorén
Superman
lit. “super-person”
Clark Kent (克拉克·肯特, Kèlākè Kěntè)
- 超级力量 (chāojí lìliàng) — super strength
- 超速飞行 (chāosù fēixíng) — high-speed flight
06. Captain America
Brave man turned into a powerful soldier during WWII, Steve Rogers becomes the symbol of American courage and leads the Avengers into battle with his indestructible shield.
Měiguó Duìzhǎng
Captain America
lit. “America-team leader”
Steve Rogers (史蒂夫·罗杰斯, Shǐdìfū Luójiésī)
- 超级士兵力量 (chāojí shìbīng lìliàng) — super-soldier strength
- 快速反应 (kuàisù fǎnyìng) — quick reflexes
07. Aquaman
Half-human, half-Atlantean, Aquaman rules the underwater kingdom of Atlantis and defends both sea and land from threats.
Hǎiwáng
Aquaman
lit. “sea-king”
Arthur Curry (亚瑟·库瑞, Yàsè Kùruì)
- 水下呼吸 (shuǐxià hūxī) — underwater breathing
- 超级力量 (chāojí lìliàng) — super strength
08. Deadpool
A sarcastic antihero known for breaking the fourth wall, Deadpool is chaotic, hilarious, and unstoppable in battle. He’s not your typical superhero — and that’s exactly why fans love him.
Sǐshì
Deadpool
lit. “death-mercenary”
Wade Wilson (韦德·威尔逊, Wéidé Wēi’ěrxùn)
- 自愈能力 (zìyù nénglì) — regenerative healing
- 高超格斗技能 (gāochāo gédòu jìnéng) — master combat skills
09. The Flash
After a freak lightning accident, Barry Allen gains access to the Speed Force, allowing him to move faster than light. He becomes The Flash, fighting crime and correcting the timeline when needed.
Shǎndiàn Xiá
The Flash
lit. “lightning-hero”
Barry Allen (巴里·艾伦, Bālǐ Àilún)
- 超级速度 (chāojí sùdù) — super speed
- 快速愈合 (kuàisù yùhé) — rapid healing
10. Thor
Thor is one of the most iconic superheroes in the Marvel universe, known for his immense strength, flowing blonde hair, and his mighty hammer — Mjölnir (妙尔尼尔 Miàoěrníěr).
Léishén
Thor
lit. “God of Thunder”
Thor Odinson (索尔, Suǒ’ěr)
- 雷电控制 (léidiàn kòngzhì) — lightning control
- 超强力量 (chāoqiáng lìliàng) — godlike strength
