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Origin & History

The surname 撒 is derived from the Chinese word for 'scatter' or 'spill', and is believed to have originated during the Han Dynasty. It is less common than some other surnames but still present in various regions of China.

Meaning & Notes

The surname 撒 is associated with the concept of scattering or dispersing. It may symbolize ideas of unpredictability or the spread of something, though it is not as commonly associated with specific meanings as other surnames. The character itself is also used in everyday language to mean 'to scatter' or 'to spill'.

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