闾丘

Origin & History

The surname 闾丘 is derived from the ancient Chinese surname 闾 (lǘ), which was associated with the village or district in ancient China, and 丘 (qiū), meaning hill or mound. It is believed to have originated from a place name during the Zhou Dynasty, associated with a hill or a settlement area, and is one of the less common surnames in China.

Meaning & Notes

The surname 闾丘 combines the elements of a village or district (闾) and a hill or mound (丘), suggesting a historical or geographical origin related to a settlement near a hill. It is a rare surname and carries a sense of historical depth and regional connection.

Famous People

• Chen Liang (Lǘ Qiū) - Historian and scholar
• Lǘ Qiū Zhong (Lǘ Qiū Zhong) - Modern Chinese writer and critic

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