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Meaning: The surname 苑 (Yuàn) originates from the title of Marquis Yuan, a noble during the Shang Dynasty. The character 苑 originally refers to a garden or an area for scholarly or artistic gatherings. Another theory suggests it derives from the Zhou Dynasty's Yuanqiu clan, which later simplified to 苑. This surname is relatively rare, primarily found in regions like Henan and Shandong.
Sorting of Chinese Surnames:No.254 Sung version of the Hundred Surnames: NO.999 place
'苑' is a rare Chinese surname linked to ancient nobility and evokes images of beautiful gardens and scholarly retreats. It’s a unique name with a rich historical background.
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