mǐn 闵
百家姓 · Bai Jia Xing
Surname Origin
The surname "Min" has the following origins: It is derived from the Ji surname. According to "Zuo Zhuan", during the Spring and Autumn Period, after the death of Duke Zhuang of Lu, his son succeeded to the throne. However, he was killed by Qingfu less than two years later. He was posthumously titled "Min". After Duke Min of Lu, the Min clan emerged.
Famous Story
Min Ziqian (536 BC - 487 BC), also known as Min Sun, was from the State of Lu during the Spring and Autumn Period. He was a disciple of Confucius, well - known for his filial piety and friendship, and was equally renowned for his virtue as Yan Yuan.
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