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Chinese surnames, explained one by one

357 surnames, each with strokes, commonness and how easy it is to say — pick the one you like, then build a name on it.

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Matching surnames: 5

张 Zhang 85.5 / 100

One of the 'big three' surnames; traced to the legendary archer and celestial official Zhang Baobai.

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史 Shi 85.5 / 100

A keeper of records and wisdom

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文 Wen 89.8 / 100

Letters and refinement — learning worn lightly.

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孔 Kong 87.3 / 100

The surname of Confucius, China's greatest sage — a name of profound cultural weight.

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陶 Tao 67.4 / 100

to cultivate and refine oneself

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