Literature Reference: 林放问礼之本,子曰：“大哉问！礼，与其奢也，宁俭；丧，与其易也，宁戚。” —— 《论语·八佾篇》 Lin Fang asked about the fundamentals of rites. Confucius said, 'A great question indeed! In matters of rites, it is better to be frugal than extravagant; in matters of mourning, it is better to be sincere than ceremonial.' Source from 'The Analects of Confucius, Chapter Ba Yi'.
礼: Politeness, etiquette, and understanding of decorum. When used in personal names, it often conveys the meaning of courtesy, which is conducive to receiving assistance from noble benefactors.
俭: Thrift, no waste.
Meaning: Rites and frugality signify adherence to rituals and the virtue of simplicity, embodying a dignified and unpretentious character.