Chinese Surname
Meaning: The surname 安 (ān) means 'peace' or 'calm.' Its origins are diverse. One theory connects it to the descendants of Emperor Huangdi, who were originally known as 安迟 (ān chí) and later simplified their name to 安. Another theory traces it to the royal family of the Song State during the Spring and Autumn Period, where descendants of Duke Wu of Song adopted the name 安 as their surname. Additionally, some 安 surnames originated from少数民族 (ethnic minorities) who changed or were granted the surname 安.
安
Sorting of Chinese Surnames:No.112 Sung version of the Hundred Surnames: NO.79 place
An Pan (安磐)
a Ming Dynasty scholar and official from Sichuan, known for his involvement in the Great Rites Controversy and posthumously honored as a Junior Minister of the Court of Imperial Sacrifices.
An Shaofang (安绍芳)
a Ming Dynasty scholar and artist from Wuxi, known for his poetry, calligraphy, and bamboo and stone paintings, with works including 'Qing Ping Collection' and 'Xi Lin Complete Collection'.
An Rushan (安如山)
An expert in swordsmanship and archery from the Song Dynasty, who declined official appointment and later retrieved his friend's remains, aging in Kuaiji.
'安' means peace—a name that brings calm vibes! It has royal roots from ancient China and is a symbol of tranquility.
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