Meaning: The surname 祁 (Qí) originates from the ancient territory of Qi, which was granted to Yu Yang, a son of the legendary Yellow Emperor. The descendants of Yu Yang adopted the name of their territory as their surname. In history, Qi Xi, a renowned figure during the Spring and Autumn period, is particularly famous for his impartiality in recommending talents, regardless of personal relationships.
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Qi Zi (祁孜)
A scholar from Dongguan during the Ming Dynasty, known for passing the imperial examination in 1504.
Qi Junzao (祁寯藻)
a Qing dynasty official and scholar, who served as the Minister of Rites and was known for advocating simple learning.
Qi Pengnian (祁彭年)
a poet from Yangdi (now Yuzhou, Henan) during the Northern Song Dynasty, with two surviving poems.
'祁' is a surname with ancient roots, tracing back to the Yellow Emperor's descendants. It symbolizes greatness and prosperity, and has been carried by notable figures throughout Chinese history.