Meaning: The surname 西 (Xī) originates from various sources, one of which is from the ancient surname 西门 (Xīmén), which was later simplified to 西. Another theory suggests it originates from the Hanization of surnames from少数民族 such as the Manchu and Mongolian ethnic groups.
XIMEN BAO (西门豹)
An official in the early Warring States period, known for controlling floods, eliminating superstitions, and developing water conservancy in Ye.
Xi Shi (西施)
a renowned beauty of the late Spring and Autumn period, known for her role in the historical events between the states of Yue and Wu.
The surname 西 traces back to ancient China, possibly from the direction 'west' or through the simplification of the surname 西门. It also has roots in various ethnic groups through the process of Hanization.