Shen
Shěn
Shen (沈) originally referred to 'sink' or 'submerge' in ancient Chinese. It evolved to represent depth, contemplation, and stability. The surname is associated with thoughtful and profound characteristics.
Origin & History
The Shen surname has multiple origins. One major branch comes from the ancient state of Shen during the Zhou Dynasty. Another origin is from the place name Shen (沈) in present-day Henan province. Some descendants adopted it from official titles.
Famous People Named Shen
Shen Kuo (沈括) — Song Dynasty polymath, scientist, and statesman who wrote 'Dream Pool Essays'
Shen Zhou (沈周) — Ming Dynasty painter and founder of the Wu School of painting
Shen Congwen (沈从文) — Modern Chinese writer known for his lyrical depictions of rural life in Hunan
Example Names with Shen
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