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 Shaowen (陈绍文)
a Ming dynasty literatus from Nanhai, known for his poetry and association with the literary circle, author of 'Zhong Ge Ji'.
Chen Jiao (陈郊)
A Song dynasty official who once served as the County Lieutenant of Xianyou.
Chen Guang (陈洸)
a Ming Dynasty scholar and official, known for his involvement in the Great Rites Controversy and revered as the 'Imperial Uncle' in local folklore.
'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.