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解 Xie — a rarer surname

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Where the surname comes from

A surname pronounced 'xie', from the ancient state of Xie, associated with the brilliant scholar Xie Jin.

What the character means

To untie, resolve, or understand; as a name it suggests clarity, insight, and the ability to smooth things over.

Why it scores this way

Mostly easy. The only friction is x, which English speakers usually turn into something close.

Outside the top 100 — distinctive, but some people will ask you to repeat or write it.

13 strokes — more than most; it will take real practice to write smoothly.

People who carried this name

• Xie Jin — Ming dynasty scholar (1369–1415), chief editor of the Yongle Encyclopedia.
• Xie Wan — Tang dynasty official, known for integrity and service as Grand Protector of Shuofang.
• Xie Qian — Southern Song general who fought against Jin invasions, serving as military governor of Jingnan.

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