Chinese Surname
Meaning: The surname 陈 (Chén) originates from the ancient state of Chen, established by Duke Hu of Chen, a descendant of Emperor Shun. The state of Chen was located in present-day Huaiyang, Henan Province. The surname 陈 means 'to display' or 'to arrange,' and it has a long and prestigious history in Chinese culture.
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Sorting of Chinese Surnames:No.5 Sung version of the Hundred Surnames: NO.10 place
Chen Yu (陈聿)
an official during the Northern Song Dynasty, served as Neidian Chongban in the first year of the Yuanyou era under Emperor Zhezong (1086).
Chen Zhishan (陈至善)
a Ming Dynasty scholar from Yuhang, Zhejiang, who achieved the Jinshi degree and served as a Langzhong in the Ministry of Rites.
Chen Chai (陈茝)
A Song Dynasty painter renowned for his skill in painting plum blossoms.
'陈' is a classic Chinese surname with roots in ancient royalty and culture. It's like the Chinese version of 'Brown' or 'Taylor'—simple, common, and deeply rooted in history.
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