Meaning: The surname 种 (Chóng) originates from the Zhou Dynasty (1046–256 BCE) and is derived from the Ji clan, a branch of the royal family. According to historical records, the descendants of Boqin, a son of King Wen of Zhou, were granted lands in 种 (Chóng), and they adopted the name of the territory as their surname.
Zhong Zhen (种诊)
A Northern Song Dynasty official who served in various military and administrative roles, including as a commander and prefect.
Zhong Daoren (种道人)
a physiognomist in Lin'an during the Shaoxing era of Emperor Gaozong of the Southern Song Dynasty, mentioned in 'Yijian Zhi·Juan Xin'.
Zhong Fang (种放)
a scholar and official of the Northern Song Dynasty, renowned for his 30-year seclusion in Zhongnan Mountain, who later held significant positions in the court and authored works such as 'The Collection of Zhong Fang'.
The surname 种 traces back to ancient royalty and symbolizes the act of sowing seeds, reflecting the agricultural roots of Chinese culture.