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
约 Over 63 million 人
地理分布
Guangdong, Fujian, Zhejiang, Taiwan
五行属性
Wood
成长、生机和仁慈
起源与历史
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.
姓氏演变
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
堂号
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.
家训族风
义门传家，德厚流光 — The righteous gate passes through the family; deep virtue shines far.
名为 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