Meaning: The character 田 originally refers to farmland or fields. One origin story traces the Tian surname back to the Spring and Autumn Period, where a prince of the Chen Kingdom, due to internal strife, fled to the State of Qi and was appointed as the Minister of Industry, changing his surname to 田. Another theory suggests it originated from the official title 田正, who was in charge of agricultural affairs.
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Tian Yiping (田一平)
Chinese politician active in the 20th century.
Tian Yiheng (田艺蘅)
a Ming Dynasty scholar from Qiantang, Zhejiang, known for his poetic talent, erudition, and unrestrained character, skilled in composing southern opera arias.
Tian Yu (田瑜)
a Song Dynasty official from Henan, known for his administrative roles and contributions to governance in various regions.
'田' is a surname that evokes images of fertile fields and agricultural heritage. It’s linked to ancient nobility and has roots in both political migration and agricultural management.