Paiyun

Paiyun is a Chinese term that is commonly transliterated as Paiyun in pinyin. The characters 排云 literally mean “to arrange (or drive) away the clouds” and “cloud,” and together the phrase evokes clearing the sky or parting the clouds. In poetry and prose, Paiyun is used as a vivid image for clarity, ascent, or transcendence, and it can carry aspirational or auspicious connotations.

As a proper name, Paiyun appears in various toponyms and cultural references across Chinese-speaking regions. It is not tied to a single fixed subject, but is used to name geographic features, scenic spots, temples, gardens, and other places where the imagery of clouds and the sky is meaningful. In classical literature, the phrase is employed to describe weather, landscapes, or spiritual or intellectual elevation.

In modern usage, Paiyun can appear in branding and institutional names, where it aims to convey positive associations such as clarity, elevation, and auspicious beginnings. It may be used independently or as part of longer multi-character names. Variants in spelling may include Pai-yun or Pai Yun in older transliteration systems.

See also: Yun (cloud) in Chinese, and toponyms that use cloud-related imagery.