Meaning: The surname 危 (Wēi) is derived from the Ji clan of the Zhou Dynasty. It is said to originate from the descendants of Kang Shu, a son of King Wen of Zhou, who were given the title of 'Wei' after the state of Wei. Some branches of this lineage later adopted the surname 危. Another theory suggests that the surname may have ties to ancient southern ethnic groups, such as the Baiyue.
Wei Fuzhi (危复之)
A scholar of the late Song and early Yuan dynasty, known for his extensive reading, expertise in the 'Book of Changes', and poetry, who declined official posts and lived in seclusion.
Wei Gu (危固)
a Song dynasty scholar from Nancheng, known for declining official recommendations and authoring the now-lost 'Self-Treasure Collection'.
Wei He (危和)
A scholar and official of the Southern Song Dynasty, known for his governance and the literary work 'Chan Tang Collection'.
The surname 危 traces back to ancient Chinese royalty and may also have connections to southern ethnic groups. It symbolizes height or danger, reflecting the historical migration and changes of its bearers.