乙

Origin & History

The surname '乙' is one of the 100 most common surnames in China, derived from the ancient Chinese system of surname creation based on the ten heavenly stems. It is one of the earliest surnames and is associated with the second stem in the system. The character itself is a variant of '二' (two) and is used in the naming of many surnames and family names.

Meaning & Notes

The surname '乙' is rooted in the ancient Chinese system of celestial stems, representing the second stem. It is a simple and short surname, often associated with the number two. The character '乙' is also used in the names of many surnames and can be linked to the concept of duality or the second in a sequence.

Famous People

• Yi Jianying (Yi Jianying) - Chinese politician and former leader of the People's Liberation Army
• Yi Xuefeng - Chinese politician and former leader of the Chinese People's Liberation Army
• Yi Zhongxian - Chinese revolutionary and military leader

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