Chinese Surname
Meaning: The surname 秦 originates from the state of Qin, which existed during the Zhou Dynasty. It traces back to the Ying clan, descendants of Boyi, who was granted the surname Ying by Emperor Shun for assisting in flood control. Boyi's descendant Feizi was rewarded with the land of Qin for his skills in horse breeding, and the state of Qin was established. The surname 秦 was adopted by the descendants of this state.
秦
Sorting of Chinese Surnames:No.74 Sung version of the Hundred Surnames: NO.18 place
Qin Yi (秦仪)
A Southern Song dynasty official, known for his scholarly achievements and high-ranking positions in the imperial court.
QIN SHIHAO (秦士豪)
A Qing Dynasty official, a tribute student, served as a salt transportation commissioner and held positions at various salt fields.
Qin Bing (秦柄)
A Ming Dynasty bibliophile from Wuxi, Jiangsu, known for compiling works such as 'Wanli Wuxi County Annals' and 'Hantang Poetry and Prose Collection'.
'秦' is a surname with royal roots, tied to the ancient state of Qin, which eventually unified China under the Qin Dynasty. It symbolizes a lineage of rulers and pioneers.
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