Meaning: The surname 陈 (Chén) originates from the ancient state of Chen, established by Duke Hu of Chen, a descendant of Emperor Shun. The state of Chen was located in present-day Huaiyang, Henan Province. The surname 陈 means 'to display' or 'to arrange,' and it has a long and prestigious history in Chinese culture.
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Chen Tong (陈统)
An official of the Northern Song Dynasty, served as a judicial commissioner in Hunan and a court officer, left two poems.
Chen En (陈恩)
A Ming Dynasty official from Dongguan, who served as an instructor, secretary, and prefect in various government departments.
Chen Mu (陈睦)
an official of the Northern Song Dynasty, who passed the imperial examination in 1061 and served in various government positions including a judicial commissioner and prefect of Guangzhou.
'陈' is a classic Chinese surname with roots in ancient royalty and culture. It's like the Chinese version of 'Brown' or 'Taylor'—simple, common, and deeply rooted in history.