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Xie

Xiè

Xie (谢) originally meant 'to thank' or 'gratitude' in ancient Chinese. It symbolizes appreciation, politeness, and reciprocal relationships. The character evolved to represent acknowledgment and proper social conduct.

Origin & History

The Xie surname originated from the ancient state of Xie during the Zhou Dynasty. Descendants of the ruling family adopted Xie as their surname after the state's decline. Some branches also came from the Jiang (姜) clan who were enfeoffed in Xie territory.

Famous People Named Xie

Xie Lingyun (谢灵运) — Southern Dynasties poet and founder of landscape poetry

Xie Jin (谢晋) — Influential Chinese film director of the 20th century

Xie Na (谢娜) — Popular Chinese television host and entertainer

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