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Xiu Surname Meaning

Chinese: Mandarin form of the surname 修 meaning ‘long’ or ‘good’ in ancient Chinese: said to be traced back to Xiu (修) the name of a son of the legendary king Shao Hao (c. 26th century BC).

Mandarin form of the surname 秀 meaning ‘elegant’ in Chinese: (i) said to be traced back to Xiu Lao (秀老) an official in the state of Song during the Spring and Autumn period (770–476 BC).

(ii) possible derived from the title Xiu Cai (秀才 literally meaning ‘distinguished talent’) in ancient China referring to a person who passed the county level imperial exam.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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