Chinese Surname Library

Trace the Roots of Every Chinese Family Name

We are rebuilding each surname page with pronunciation guides, migration timelines, and name pairing suggestions. Start exploring the lineages below.

微生
wēi

The Wei Sheng surname is an ancient Han Chinese lineage originating from the noble families of the State of Lu, descending from King Wen of Zhou. It is historically documented in Lu Jun and remains rare today, with notable figures like Wei Sheng Gao, a disciple of Confucius.

Ranked #541

羊舌
yáng

The Yangshe is an ancient Han Chinese surname originating from official titles and fiefs in the Jin state during the Spring and Autumn period, with ancestral roots in Hongnong, Jingzhao, and Hedong commanderies. Its notable ancestor Yangshe Tu and descendants like the virtuous Yangshe Shu (Shuxiang) were key historical figures.

Ranked #543

yán

The Yan surname, pronounced "yán", has ancient origins from the Ji clan, King Kang of Zhou, and Tang Shuyu, with key branches historically distributed in the Tianshui, Henan, and Taiyuan commanderies.

Ranked #546

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