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Meaning: The surname 安 (ān) means 'peace' or 'calm.' Its origins are diverse. One theory connects it to the descendants of Emperor Huangdi, who were originally known as 安迟 (ān chí) and later simplified their name to 安. Another theory traces it to the royal family of the Song State during the Spring and Autumn Period, where descendants of Duke Wu of Song adopted the name 安 as their surname. Additionally, some 安 surnames originated from少数民族 (ethnic minorities) who changed or were granted the surname 安.
安
Sorting of Chinese Surnames:No.112 Sung version of the Hundred Surnames: NO.79 place
An Shaofang (安绍芳)
a Ming Dynasty scholar and artist from Wuxi, known for his poetry, calligraphy, and bamboo and stone paintings, with works including 'Qing Ping Collection' and 'Xi Lin Complete Collection'.
An Zhen (安稹)
an official of the Northern Song Dynasty, served as the magistrate of Mingzhou and the inspector of Fujian Province during the Renzong period.
An Xifan (安希范)
An official during the Ming Dynasty, who became a jinshi in 1586, served in various government positions, was dismissed for his outspoken remonstrance, and later participated in the Donglin Academy lectures in his hometown.
'安' means peace—a name that brings calm vibes! It has royal roots from ancient China and is a symbol of tranquility.
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