máo 茅
百家姓 · Bai Jia Xing
Surname Origin
"Origin of the surname 'Mao': It is derived from a state name and belongs to the 'Ji' clan. During the Western Zhou Dynasty, Mao Shu, the third son of Zhou Gongdan (the Duke of Zhou), who was a son of King Wen of Zhou, was enfeoffed in Mao (now southwest of Jinxiang County, Shandong Province) and established the State of Mao. Later, the State of Mao was conquered by the State of Zou. The descendants of the royal family of the State of Mao took 'Mao' as their surname to commemorate their former state."
Famous Story
Mao Jiao An official in the Qin Dynasty, he dared to give honest advice to Emperor Qin Shi Huang and was appointed as the Grand Master. Mao Ying A famous hermit in the Han Dynasty. He lived in seclusion on Dongshan Mountain with his younger brothers Mao Gu and Mao Zhong, and they were collectively known as the "Three Maos".
Random Names With "茅"
The boundless heavens are beyond measure, and one stands with noble bearing.
A towering might, with valiant courage in taking on responsibilities.
Resplendent in light and renowned far and wide.
With noble integrity and an open and upright heart.
The rising sun at dawn, full of vigor and vitality.
As noble and pure as the osmanthus.
With lofty aspirations, strive to build the Chinese nation.
Fragrant are the laurels and orchids.