Meaning: The surname 陈 (Chén) originates from the ancient state of Chen, established by Duke Hu of Chen, a descendant of Emperor Shun. The state of Chen was located in present-day Huaiyang, Henan Province. The surname 陈 means 'to display' or 'to arrange,' and it has a long and prestigious history in Chinese culture.
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Chen Shijun (陈仕俊)
a Ming Dynasty scholar from Dongguan, who retreated into seclusion after failing the imperial examinations and authored 'Xuedian Collection'.
Chen Qiong (陈璚)
An official of the Ming Dynasty, a scholar of the fourteenth year of Chenghua, and a prolific poet, known for his work 'Chengzhai Collection'.
Chen Hui (陈辉)
a Ming dynasty official, poet, and calligrapher, known for his integrity, literary talent, and the poetry collection 'Qin Bian Qing Chang'.
'陈' is a classic Chinese surname with roots in ancient royalty and culture. It's like the Chinese version of 'Brown' or 'Taylor'—simple, common, and deeply rooted in history.