Meaning: The surname 卞 (Biàn) originates from the Ji clan, a branch of the royal family of the Zhou Dynasty. It is said to derive from the fief of Biàn (present-day Sishui, Shandong), granted to descendants of Duke Gao, one of the sons of King Wen of Zhou. Another theory connects it to the Spring and Autumn period, where a descendant of the Lu State's minister Bian Zhuang adopted the surname based on his ancestral name.
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Bian Boyu (卞伯玉)
A scholar and official of the Song dynasty, known for his commentary on the 'Xici' of the 'I Ching'.
Bian Bin (卞彬)
an official and writer of the Southern Qi dynasty, known for his satirical works and unique thematic choices.
Bian Zhen (卞震)
A poet from the Later Shu to early Song dynasty, served as a judge in Yuzhou and later in the Song dynasty, ending his career as the recorder of military affairs in Guo Prefecture.
'卞' is a rare surname tracing back to ancient Chinese royalty and noble families. It carries a sense of history and heritage, connecting modern bearers to the Zhou Dynasty's legacy.