Meaning: The surname 王 (Wang) is one of the most common surnames in China, with various origins. One theory traces it back to Ji, the 15th son of King Wen of Zhou, whose descendants adopted the surname 王. Another theory links it to Prince Bi Gan of the Shang Dynasty, whose descendants also took 王. Additionally, some ethnic minorities changed their surnames to 王. The character 王 originally means 'king' or 'monarch', symbolizing the highest position in ancient China.
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Wang Kuai (王哙)
an official of the Southern Song Dynasty, served as the magistrate of Xinchang County.
Wang Gai (王该)
a Song dynasty scholar and poet, known for his friendship with Wang Anshi and his tenure as the magistrate of Dengcheng, with a legacy of ten volumes of manuscripts.
Wang Qinchen (王钦臣)
a Song dynasty literary figure and bibliophile, known for his extensive collection of books and the work 'Guang Feng Wei Ji'.
'王' is a royal name, meaning 'king' and symbolizing power and nobility. It’s one of the most common surnames in China, shared by millions, from ancient emperors to modern celebrities.