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Yang

Yáng

Yang (杨) means 'poplar tree'. It symbolizes vitality, growth, and standing tall. The Yang tree is known for growing straight and strong.

Origin & History

The Yang surname originated from the State of Yang during the Zhou Dynasty. Some sources trace it to Yang Gan, a noble who was enfeoffed at Yang.

Famous People Named Yang

Yang Guifei (杨贵妃) — One of the Four Beauties of ancient China

Yang Jian (杨坚) — Emperor Wen of Sui, founder of the Sui Dynasty

Yang Liwei (杨利伟) — China's first astronaut in space

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