Meaning: The surname 岳 (Yuè) originates from the ancient Chinese character meaning 'high mountain.' It traces back to the descendants of the legendary Emperor Shen Nong (also known as the Yan Emperor) of the Jiang clan. During the Spring and Autumn period, a descendant of Jiang Ziya (also known as Jiang Taigong), a famous strategist of the Qi State, was granted land in modern-day Tai'an, Shandong, known as Yueyang. The family adopted the surname 岳 in honor of this land. Additionally, the surname 岳 is also found among some ethnic minorities such as the Manchu and Mongolian peoples.
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Yue Jun (岳军)
A contemporary Chinese military figure, served as a researcher at the Central Military Commission and Deputy Director of the Third Department of the General Staff, participated in the Liaoshen and Pingjin campaigns.
Yue Yun (岳云)
a Southern Song Dynasty general, the eldest son or adopted son of Yue Fei, who joined the military at twelve, achieved numerous military successes, and was wrongfully executed alongside his father and Zhang Xian.
Yue Yuansheng (岳元声)
a Ming Dynasty official from Jiaxing, Zhejiang, known for his candid remonstrations and later for teaching at Tianxin Academy after being dismissed twice from his posts.
'岳' symbolizes strength and steadfastness, like a towering mountain. It’s a noble surname tracing back to the legendary Jiang Ziya and the Yan Emperor, embodying resilience and heritage.