蔡
Cài
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Origin & History
The surname 蔡 is derived from the ancient state of Cai, which existed in present-day Anhui Province. It is one of the more common surnames in China and has a long history, often associated with the character 'cai' meaning 'to be able to' or 'capable of'.
Meaning & Notes
The surname 蔡 is associated with the ancient state of Cai and the character 'cai' which can mean 'to be able to' or 'capable of'. It is a common surname with historical significance and is often linked to the concept of capability and potential.
Famous People
- Zhou Enlai (Cai Tianxiang) - Former Premier of China
- Cai Lun - Inventing paper during the Han Dynasty
- Cai Xukun - Chinese pop singer and actor
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commonhistoricalancient_statecapability