那姓
The Nà surname, pronounced 'nā', originated in the Spring and Autumn period from the place name Nako. Its prominent clans were based in Danyang, Jingzhao, and Tianshui, with historical figures including Ming official Nà Song and Qing dynasty Governor Nà Yancheng.
The Nà Clan
Surname: Nà, Pronunciation: nā
Distribution of the Nà Clan
The prominent families of the Nà clan are located in Danyang (now Xuancheng, Anhui), Jingzhao (now east of Chang'an, Shaanxi), and Tianshui (now southwest of Tongwei County, Gansu).
Origin of the Nà Clan
The Nà surname originated during the Spring and Autumn Period. It was derived from a place name. At that time, King Wu of Chu conquered the state of Quan (now southeast of Dangyang, Hubei) and established it as a county. In 676 BC, the official in charge of Quan County, Dou Ming, led a rebellion against King Wu of Chu, but it was suppressed. King Wu of Chu then relocated the people of Quan to the area of Nako City (southeast of Jingmen County, Hubei). Some of them later adopted the place name “Nà” as their surname and became known as the Nà clan. The prominent families of the Nà clan are found in Danyang (now Xuancheng, Anhui), Jingzhao (now east of Chang’an, Shaanxi), and Tianshui (now southwest of Tongwei County, Gansu).
Hall Names Xunfa Hall: Nà Song from the Ming Dynasty served as a local governor (zhifu) for generations. He continued his family’s tradition as a local official in the Yuanjiang region, strictly adhering to national laws and never violating them.
Famous People with the Nà Surname**
- Nà Jian: A local official in Yunnan during the Ming Dynasty. In the Jiajing period, he killed his nephew, Nà Xian, the governor, and stole his seal. He secretly plotted with the barbarian tribes of Jiaozhi to rebel but was later reconciled with the imperial court. He rebelled again and committed suicide after his defeat.
- Nà Yancheng: styled Shaoliu, also known as Yitang, was a Manchu from the Qing Dynasty. He passed the imperial examinations during the Qianlong period and served under Emperors Qianlong, Jiaqing, and Daoguang. He rose to the rank of Governor of Zhili and was granted the title of Grand Guardian to the Crown Prince. He made significant contributions to suppressing rebellions in Shanxi, Shaanxi, Hubei, and Huaxian. He was talented in poetry and calligraphy and known for his integrity; he was posthumously honored with the title Wen Yi.