qī 戚
百家姓 · Bai Jia Xing
Surname Origin
The origin of the surname "Qi": 1. Derived from the name of a fief. According to "Xing Pu", during the Spring and Autumn Period, Sun Linfu, a great official of the State of Wei, was enfeoffed in Qiyi (present-day Puyang City, Henan Province), and later there emerged the Qi clan. After the state perished, the descendants fled to the East China Sea.
Famous Story
Qi Furen Dates of birth and death unknown. She was a favorite concubine of Emperor Gaozu of the Han Dynasty and gave birth to Liu Ruyi, the King of Zhao. Emperor Gaozu repeatedly wanted to make him the crown prince, but it didn't happen. After Emperor Gaozu passed away, Empress Lü poisoned the King of Zhao and killed Qi Furen. She cut off her ears, eyes, hands, and feet and placed her in the toilet, calling her a "human swine". Qi Jiguang (1528 - 1585?) A native of Dingyuan in the Ming Dynasty, some say from Penglai. He inherited the position of Commanding Officer of Dengzhou Guard. He loved reading and understood the general principles of classics and history. He held various positions such as Assistant Commander in Zhejiang and Commander - in - Chief in Fujian. He was most famous for pacifying the Japanese pirates. He was in charge of training the troops in the three towns of Suzhou, Changping, and Baoding. His troops were well - disciplined and the border defenses were well - maintained. Later, he was transferred to Guangdong and then retired. After his death, he was posthumously given the title "Wuyi". He wrote books such as *Jixiao Xinshu*, *Lianbing Shiji*, and *Zhizhi Tang Ji*.
Random Names With "戚"
Mighty and magnificent, with lofty aspirations.
Be open and aboveboard, and possess outstanding talents and insights.
The boundless heaven is beyond measure. Strive constantly for self - improvement | Be strong, brave and resolute.
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With lofty goals, a boundless future lies ahead.
With an imposing demeanor and lofty aspirations.
As elegant as an orchid.
As upright as a fine tree, as free as a floating cloud.