Meaning: The surname 罗 ('Luó') originates from the ancient Chinese word for a net used to catch birds and animals. The Luo clan traces its roots to the descendants of Emperor Zhuānxū, one of the legendary Five Emperors of ancient China. During the Spring and Autumn period, the Luo surname was predominantly found in present-day Hubei Province. Notable figures include Luo Guanzhong, a renowned writer of the Ming Dynasty.
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Luo Huangting (罗黄庭)
A figure from Dongguan during the Ming Dynasty, known by the courtesy name Yiwen, mentioned in the Republic of China's Zhang Qigan's 'Dongguan Poetry Record'.
Luo Lun (罗伦)
a Ming dynasty scholar and top graduate of the imperial examination known for his outspokenness and later retreat into teaching and writing.
Luo Wanjie (罗万杰)
a late Ming dynasty political figure, Jinshi of 1634, served as a Ministry of Personnel official, later retired as a hermit and declined Qing court appointments.
'罗' is a surname with deep historical roots, symbolizing a bird-catching net. It’s linked to ancient legends and has produced famous figures like Luo Guanzhong, the author of 'Romance of the Three Kingdoms'.