Zhao
/zow/ Western Male
Meaning & Origin
Zhao is a Western name meaning "Zhao is a common Chinese surname meaning 'surpass,' 'transcend,' or 'command.' It can also refer to the ancient State of Zhao.". The name Zhao (趙) originated as the name of a chariot driver named Zao Fu in the Zhou dynasty, later adopted as a surname by his descendants. The character itself depicts a person running, symbolizing surpassing or leading.
Quick Facts
Language Western
Gender Male
Phonetic zow
IPA zaʊ
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as zow. Keep the original Western phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Zhao
- · Zhao Kuangyin - Emperor Taizu of Song
- · Zhao Mengfu - Yuan Dynasty painter and calligrapher
- · Zhao Ziyang - Former Premier of China
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