Surname Overview
Surname Type
Chisong is a historically rare compound surname recorded in the Xing Shi Kao Lue.
Chìsōng Surname
Surname profileChìsōng / Ch'ih-sung
Origins
Several origins are recorded: Chisong was a feudal lord in the time of Emperor Yan and became a surname; Chisongzi was also Chisong, giving rise to the surname; another account says that Chuqǐ, the elder brother of Huang Chuping in the Han dynasty, adopted Chisong as his surname after attaining the Way.
Historical Records
Documentary Attestations
The Liexian Zhuan records Chisongshi as the rain master in the time of Shennong. The Fengsu Tong calls Chisongzi the teacher of Emperor Ku; another account identifies him as a person of the time of Zhuanxu, namely Chimin.
Commanderies and Clan Halls
Commandery Prestige
The commandery prestige of the Chisong surname is Henan.
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