Meaning: The character 沙 refers to small grains of sand or stones. The surname 沙 has multiple origins. One theory traces it back to the legendary Emperor Shennong, from the Jiang clan, named after their settlement. Another theory connects it to the grandson of the Shang king, Sha Geng, whose descendants adopted his name as their surname. Additionally, it is associated with the ancient state of Song during the Spring and Autumn period, derived from the name of a fief called Sha Sui.
Sorting of Chinese Surnames:No.237 Sung version of the Hundred Surnames: NO.387 place
Sha Fu (沙馥)
A late Qing Dynasty painter known for his works in figure, bird-and-flower, and landscape painting.
Shake (沙克)
Shake, born in 1907, died in 1993 at the age of 86.
Sha Yuanbing (沙元炳)
a scholar and entrepreneur in the late Qing and early Republic of China, known for founding businesses and contributing to local governance and culture.
'沙' is a surname with ancient roots, possibly linked to the legendary Emperor Shennong or the Shang dynasty. It symbolizes small grains, reflecting simplicity and humility.