Fang
Chinese · Girl · 1 syllable
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About the name Fang
Fang is a Chinese surname meaning "square" or "direction," derived from the Chinese character 方 (fāng), which historically referred to territorial divisions or cardinal directions in ancient China.
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Etymology
Fang is a Chinese surname meaning "square" or "direction," derived from the Chinese character 方 (fāng), which historically referred to territorial divisions or cardinal directions in ancient China. The name is primarily used in Chinese-speaking cultures and among Chinese diaspora communities worldwide, with documented use dating back to ancient Chinese dynasties where it was borne by officials and scholars.
Fang currently ranks #8,650 in the United States as a girl's name.
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