Meaning: The surname 化 (Huà) means 'change' or 'transformation'. It is a relatively recent surname, primarily found in regions such as Shandong and Henan. Legend has it that the surname 化 is associated with Taoist philosophy, which emphasizes change and transformation, thus giving rise to the surname.
Chan Master Hua (化禅师)
a Song Dynasty Chan master and disciple of Master Huanglong Xin, resided at Shuangling Temple in Longxing Prefecture.
'化' is a rare Chinese surname symbolizing change. It’s linked to Taoist philosophy, where transformation is a key concept.