Chinese Surname
Meaning: The surname 左 (zuǒ) originates from the Zhou Dynasty (1046–256 BCE), deriving from the official title 'Left Historian' (左史), who recorded the words and actions of the emperor. Later, descendants of these officials adopted the title as their surname. Additionally, some 左 surnames come from the adaptation of surnames by ethnic minorities.
Sorting of Chinese Surnames:No.135 Sung version of the Hundred Surnames: NO.187 place
Zuo Xiaotong (左孝同)
A politician during the Republic of China era.
Zuo Zhiwei (左知微)
A scholar and official of the Northern Song Dynasty, who served as a professor in Xuanzhou.
Zuo Yu (左玙)
a Southern Song Dynasty official, known for his role as the Supervisor of the Imperial Armory.
'左' is a surname with deep historical roots, tracing back to ancient Chinese court officials who recorded royal activities. Today, it’s a symbol of lineage and cultural heritage.
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