亓官

Qí guān
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Origin & History

The surname 亓官 is of relatively rare origin, with historical records indicating it may derive from the ancient Chinese state of Qi during the Zhou Dynasty. It is believed to have been a noble or official surname, associated with the administrative or judicial roles of the time.

Meaning & Notes

The surname 亓官 combines the characters 亓 (qí) and 官 (guān). 亓 is a rare character, often used as a surname itself, and can mean 'to use' or 'to manage'. 官 refers to 'official' or 'government'. Together, they may suggest a surname tied to governance or administrative duties. The surname is not as common as others and has limited historical prominence.

Famous People

  • Wang Qiguan (Wang Qíguān) - Chinese historian and scholar
  • Zhang Qiguan (Zhang Qíguān) - Contemporary artist and writer

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