Can I run a chart with no name?

Yes. Pillars don’t need a name; the field affects labels, display, and optional name‑oriented lines. We still recommend a real habitual name for the best experience.

English name or nickname OK?

Yes—use what you recognize and can maintain. English is fine if that’s your outward name; avoid duplicate labels when pairing.

Legal name changed—update now?

Update to what you’ll use long term so headings and any name‑style notes stay consistent. Pillars don’t change with a rename; regenerate if you want refreshed wording.

Name numerology vs. BaZi in one report?

Different lenses—rhythm vs. symbols. A report may include both; say in chat which side you care about.

Should I use my legal name in the profile?

Getting started Tips

Classical four pillars come only from birth date/time + birth place (true solar time). The name does not change stem–branch math, so leaving it blank does not break the chart.

A real, stable name (or your usual ID‑aligned name) is still optional—you can skip it or use a nickname and run reports normally. If you do fill in a truthful, consistent name, you get practical benefits: profiles are easier to recognize and maintain; pairing and family readings are less likely to confuse people; and some outputs may add name‑oriented hints (sound, characters, imagery) that match what you saved—so the text feels more personal.

Our stance: trust birth data for the chart; prefer a real, habitual name for everything else. Don’t stress over leaving a field empty, but you needn’t avoid your real name on purpose. Below: how to fill with minimal friction.

What this guide is about

Whether a name is required, how it relates to pillars, why we still suggest a real name, and multi‑profile / pairing tips.

What you'll be able to do

Skipping vs. filling the name; benefits for archives and relationship readings; split vs. merged profiles for nicknames and married names.

Get these ready first

Gregorian birthday, time, and place set first (they drive the chart)
One primary name: preferably real or ID‑aligned everyday name
If you use several names, choose notes on one profile vs. separate profiles

Steps

Verify birthday and birth place first
In Explore, confirm date, time, and city—these define pillars, regardless of what you’re called.
How to fill the name field
We recommend the name you use long term and can tell apart easily—often legal or habitual—for libraries and pairing. A nickname is fine for now; edit later.
Before pairing or family flows, review labels
For two‑ or multi‑person readings, make sure each profile’s name is distinct; add relationship notes if needed. If name‑style lines appear, they reference the saved name alongside BaZi.

FAQ

Can I run a chart with no name?: Yes. Pillars don’t need a name; the field affects labels, display, and optional name‑oriented lines. We still recommend a real habitual name for the best experience.
English name or nickname OK?: Yes—use what you recognize and can maintain. English is fine if that’s your outward name; avoid duplicate labels when pairing.
Legal name changed—update now?: Update to what you’ll use long term so headings and any name‑style notes stay consistent. Pillars don’t change with a rename; regenerate if you want refreshed wording.
Name numerology vs. BaZi in one report?: Different lenses—rhythm vs. symbols. A report may include both; say in chat which side you care about.

Confirm your profile in Explore, then generate

Prioritize birth date, time, and place; keep the name aligned with what you use long term.

Open Explore