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Meaning: The surname 焦 (Jiāo) originates from two main sources: one traces back to the Zhou Dynasty through the descendants of the state of Jiao, which was granted to a son of King Wu of Zhou; the other stems from the descendants of the legendary Emperor Shennong, who were also granted the state of Jiao. The character 焦 itself means 'burnt' or 'anxious,' reflecting the emotional connotations associated with the surname.
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Sorting of Chinese Surnames:No.133 Sung version of the Hundred Surnames: NO.222 place
Jiao Qianzhi (焦千之)
a scholar of the Northern Song Dynasty, disciple of Ouyang Xiu, known for his strictness and rectitude.
Jiao Yuanpu (焦源溥)
a late Ming Dynasty official from Shaanxi, who served as a censor and governor of Datong, and was killed during Li Zicheng's rebellion.
Jiao Huanyan (焦焕炎)
A military scholar and official of the Southern Song Dynasty, renowned for his effective border defense strategies.
'焦' is a rare surname in China, linked to ancient states and royalty. It carries the meaning of 'burnt' or 'anxious,' symbolizing both physical and emotional intensity.
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