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 Wei (王韦)
a Ming dynasty official and poet, known for his delicate and meaningful poetry, and a member of the 'Three Talents of Jinling'.
Wang Zhihu (王之瑚)
a Qing dynasty official and Jinshi during the Kangxi era, served in various government positions including Supervisor of Ceremonies and Investigating Censor of Fujian.
Wang Honghui (王弘诲)
a Ming dynasty official and educator, who served as the Minister of Rites in Nanjing, known for his works like 'Tianchi Cao' and 'Shangyou Tang Gao'.
'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.