Chen
Chén
Chen (陈) means 'to display' or 'ancient'. It is associated with the ancient State of Chen and represents heritage, tradition, and endurance.
人口排名
#5
約 Over 63 million 人
地理分佈
Guangdong, Fujian, Zhejiang, Taiwan
五行屬性
Wood
成長、生機和仁慈
起源與歷史
The Chen surname originated from the State of Chen (陈国), established during the Zhou Dynasty. After the state fell, its people adopted Chen as their family name.
姓氏演變
The Chen surname originated from the State of Chen (1046–478 BCE) during the Zhou Dynasty. After the state was conquered by Chu, its people adopted Chen as their surname. During the Southern Dynasties (420–589 CE), the Chen clan established the Chen Dynasty. The surname became especially prominent in southern China and Taiwan.
郡望
Yingchuan Commandery (颍川郡) — Modern-day Xuchang area, Henan Province
堂號
颍川堂 (Yingchuan Hall)
宗祠文化
Chen Clan Ancestral Hall in Guangzhou, Guangdong — A stunning example of Lingnan architecture, built in 1894. Now a museum, it features exquisite wood, stone, and brick carvings and is one of the best-preserved clan halls in China.
家訓族風
义门传家，德厚流光 — The righteous gate passes through the family; deep virtue shines far.
名為 Chen 的名人
Chen Shou (陈寿) — Author of Records of the Three Kingdoms
Chen Duxiu (陈独秀) — Co-founder of the Chinese Communist Party
Chen-Ning Yang (杨振宁) — Nobel Prize-winning physicist
Chen Duxiu (陈独秀) — Co-founder of the Chinese Communist Party
Chen-Ning Yang (杨振宁, born Chen) — Nobel Prize in Physics