Meaning: The surname 麻 (Má) has its origins in ancient China, possibly derived from the name of a high-ranking official during the Spring and Autumn period. According to historical records, a senior official named 麻婴 (Má Yīng) in the state of Chu left a legacy, and his descendants adopted the surname 麻. Another theory suggests that the surname may also have originated from certain ethnic groups, such as the Murong clan of the Xianbei people, who later changed their surname to 麻.
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Ma Bingyi (麻秉彝)
a scholar and official of the Jin dynasty, known for his filial piety, literary talent, and administrative competence.
Ma Taiwen (麻台文)
An official during the reign of Emperor Renzong of the Northern Song Dynasty, served as Secretary Cheng and was acquainted with Wen Tong.
Ma Wenqi (麻温其)
a Song Dynasty scholar and official, whose poem 'Climbing Yueyang Tower' was mistakenly attributed in the 'Complete Tang Poems'.
The surname 'Má' has ancient roots, possibly tracing back to a high-ranking official in the Spring and Autumn period or originating from certain ethnic groups in China.