Lai
Lài
Lai (赖) means 'rely on', 'depend', or 'trust'. It symbolizes reliability, trustworthiness, and dependence. The surname reflects values of loyalty and being someone others can count on.
人口排名
#95
約 Under 1 million 人
地理分佈
Zhejiang, Sichuan, Jiangsu
五行屬性
Earth
穩重、耐心和可靠
起源與歷史
The Lai surname originated from the ancient state of Lai during the Zhou Dynasty. Some descendants came from the Ji (姬) royal family. Others originated from people who lived in the Lai region in present-day Henan province.
姓氏演變
The Lai surname has deep roots in Chinese history, tracing back over 2,000 years. Originating from the ancient commandery regions, the Lai clan established itself as a distinguished family during the Han Dynasty (206 BCE–220 CE). Through centuries of migration and development, the Lai surname spread across China, with notable concentrations in Jinan, Shandong. The clan produced scholars, officials, and military leaders who contributed significantly to Chinese civilization throughout the Tang, Song, Ming, and Qing dynasties.
郡望
Jinan Commandery (济南郡) — Modern-day Jinan, Shandong Province
堂號
孝思堂 (Lai Clan)
宗祠文化
Lai Clan Ancestral Hall in Jinan — A traditional clan hall preserving the genealogical records and cultural heritage of the Lai family. The hall serves as a gathering place for clan descendants during traditional festivals such as Qingming and Mid-Autumn Festival.
家訓族風
积善传家，诗礼继世 — Accumulating goodness passes through the family; poetry and ritual continue.
名為 Lai 的名人
Lai Junchen (来俊臣) — Tang Dynasty official (note: typically written as 来俊臣, but shares pronunciation)
Lai Changxing (赖昌星) — Modern businessman (controversial figure)
Lai Shengchuan (赖声川) — Contemporary playwright and director