Meaning: The surname 霍 (Huò) originates from the Zhou Dynasty, tracing back to the territory of Huo, which was granted to Duke Huo, the younger brother of King Wu of Zhou. The descendants of Duke Huo adopted the name of the territory as their surname, forming the Huo clan.
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Huo Shangshou (霍尚守)
A scholar from Nanhai during the Ming Dynasty, styled Yifang, who lived in seclusion at Xiqiao and authored 'Qiaozhong Huicao'.
Huo Guang (霍光)
A prominent Western Han Dynasty statesman, half-brother of Huo Qubing, served as Grand Marshal and General-in-Chief, regent for Emperor Zhao and Emperor Xuan, and held power for twenty years.
Huo Chi (霍篪)
a Southern Song Dynasty scholar and official, author of 'Liyang Tuzhi' and several poetry collections.
The surname 霍 has ancient roots, tracing back to the Zhou Dynasty. It originates from a feudal territory and is associated with the descendants of Duke Huo.