蒙
Origin & History
The surname 蒙 is derived from the ancient Chinese word for 'meng' (蒙), which can mean 'misty', 'cloudy', or 'shrouded'. It is believed to have originated from a noble family during the Zhou Dynasty, and is also associated with the name of a mountain in the Shandong region. The surname is also linked to the name of a river in the north of China, which was once called 'Meng River'.
Meaning & Notes
The surname 蒙 is associated with the concept of being veiled, obscured, or shrouded, which can imply mystery or a hidden nature. It is also linked to the idea of being 'meng' in the sense of 'meng' as in 'meng' (蒙) meaning 'to be confused' or 'to be in a daze'. The surname is often associated with the mountain and river in northern China, and is sometimes linked to the idea of being 'meng' as in 'meng' (蒙) meaning 'to be in a state of confusion or bewilderment'.
Famous People
- Meng Yun (Meng Yun) - Chinese writer and poet
- Meng Haoran (Meng Haoran) - Tang Dynasty poet
- Meng Xian (Meng Xian) - Chinese general and administrator during the Tang Dynasty