fáng 房
百家姓 · Bai Jia Xing
Surname Origin
### Origins of the "Fang" Surname 1. It emerged around 4300 - 4700 years ago. Originating from the Qi surname and the Taotang clan, the Fang surname descends from Emperor Yao's descendants and is derived from the name of a state. Yao's son, Danzhu, was initially enfeoffed in the Danshui area. Instead of passing the throne to Danzhu, Yao abdicated it to Shun, who had made great contributions. This marked the beginning of the abdication system and the era of "a public - owned world." After Shun ascended the throne, he re - enfeoffed Danzhu in Fang (present - day Suiping County, Henan Province) as the Marquis of Fangyi. Danzhu's son, Ling, adopted the name of the fief as his surname after inheriting the title. He was historically known as Fang Ling, and his descendants later became the Fang clan. 2. It originated from a place name. It comes from Fangzhu, a town in the Chu State during the Spring and Autumn period, and belongs to the type of surname derived from a place name. 3. It originated from an occupation. It comes from the craftsmen called "fang" during the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods and belongs to the type of surname derived from an occupational title. 4. It comes from the surname change of ethnic minorities. During the Northern and Southern Dynasties, the Wuyin clan of the Xianbei ethnic group in the Northern Wei Dynasty changed their surname to Fang after moving into the Central Plains.
Famous Story
Fang Jian He served as an advisor to the Minister of Works during the Later Wei Dynasty. His courtesy name was Qianqiu. He was well - known for his talent in his youth. During the Taihe period, he was gradually promoted to the Chief Judge of Qi Prefecture. He eventually held the position of an advisor to the Minister of Works. Fang Guan His courtesy name was Cilv. His father was Fang Rong. He was from Goushi, Henan (now Goushi Town, Yanshi, Henan Province). He was a prime minister during the reigns of Emperor Xuanzong and Emperor Suzong of the Tang Dynasty. He reached the position of Zheng议Dafu (a high - ranking official title) and Tong Fengge Luantai Pingzhangshi (a prime - ministerial position). Fang Xuanling His given name was Qiao and his courtesy name was Xuanling. He was from Linzi, Qi Prefecture, Henan Circuit (now northeast of Zibo, Shandong) in the early Tang Dynasty. He was a famous prime minister in the early Tang Dynasty.
Random Names With "房"
With a fair and resplendent countenance.
The descendants continue, and the torch of family is passed down.
Of noble virtue, upright and wise.
Fragrant and rich in aroma, with noble virtues.
As pure as a jade.
Gallant and valiant, a heroic woman.
As noble and pure as the cassia tree.
The sound of the zither is elegant, and the appearance is graceful and dignified.