Chinese Surname
Meaning: The surname 马 (Mǎ) originates from the ancient Ying clan, a lineage tracing back to the legendary figure Boyi. Boyi was a talented minister during the reign of Emperor Shun, known for his skill in animal husbandry. One of Boyi's descendants, Feizi, became famous for breeding horses and was granted land in Qin (modern-day Tianshui, Gansu), establishing the state of Qin. A branch of Feizi's descendants adopted the surname 马 in honor of their connection to horses. Additionally, the surname 马 has other origins, including from少数民族改姓 (ethnic minorities adopting the surname).
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Sorting of Chinese Surnames:No.13 Sung version of the Hundred Surnames: NO.52 place
Ma Nanbao (马南宝)
a wealthy scholar and poet from Song Dynasty, known for his loyalty and sacrifice in the face of the Yuan invasion.
Ma Minglei (马鸣雷)
a Ming Dynasty scholar from Pinghu, known for his service as an instructor in Jingjiang and his tragic death during a military conflict.
Ma Duo (马铎)
a Ming Dynasty scholar from Changle, Fujian, who became the top candidate in the imperial examination in 1412 and served as a Hanlin academician and the director of the Imperial Academy.
'马' is a common Chinese surname associated with the horse, symbolizing strength and speed. It traces back to ancient lineage and has multiple origins, including from ethnic minorities.
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