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Meaning: The surname 尼 (Ní) has multiple origins. One theory suggests it derives from the spread of Buddhism from ancient India, where some followers adopted '尼' as their surname to signify their devotion to Buddhism. Another theory posits that it originated from ancient Chinese official titles, such as '尼父' (a respectful term for a virtuous person), with descendants adopting the title as their surname. It may also be derived from the Hanization of surnames among ethnic minorities like the Manchu or Mongolian.
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Nifa Deng (尼法灯)
a Song Dynasty monk of Jingju Temple in Wenzhou, known as Wuxiang, a disciple of Huìwēn Chan Master.
Nun Jingzhao (尼静照)
A nun during the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, known for her 100 palace poems and her 25 years in the imperial court.
Nizhengjue (尼正觉)
A woman from Haiyan in the Song Dynasty, granddaughter of Guo Sanyi, who became a nun after her husband's death.
The surname 尼 is steeped in religious and cultural history, possibly linked to Buddhism or ancient Chinese titles. It reflects a blend of foreign influence and local tradition.
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