Literature Reference: In my youth, I dabbled in poetry and was graced by the emperor's favor. Bearing credentials, I passed the Yue mansion; holding banners, I guarded the Wu gate. The shadows of the west bank are hard to linger on, while the spirit of Donggao remains. Ashamed of my meager achievements, I feel unworthy of the Five Thousand Words. Source from 'Reflections on Choosing a Mountain Residence near Yichuan'.
东: The East, the direction of the sunrise, symbolizes the essence of hope.
皋: The elevated land by the water's edge. Marshes and lakes.
Meaning: Donggao refers to the eastern highlands, symbolizing lofty aspirations and a broad, open vision.