Surname Overview
Two Pronunciations
The surname Yue has two pronunciations: “yue” and “le.”
Yue Surname
Population reference (not a current census): 261,860Yue / Yüeh
Origins
Described Origins
For the “yue” pronunciation, the text mentions possible connections with the Spring and Autumn ruler Yue Fu and the Ming general Yue Jin; another passage says the surname originated from the Lü clan of the Spring and Autumn period.
Historical Records
Family Branches
The text describes two ancient Yue-surname families associated with Yue Yi and Yue Yang: the former used “yue,” and the latter used “le.”
Migration and Distribution
Regional Distribution
The “yue” pronunciation is mainly found in Jiangsu, Anhui, and Shanxi. The “le” pronunciation is more common in southern areas and is nearly universal in Guangdong and Guangxi.
Research Notes
Pronunciation Differences
The pronunciation of the surname is influenced by region, dialect, and custom: many northern dialects use “yue,” while more southern areas use “le.”
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