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Gye

桂 — Cassia, Laurel, Cinnamon tree

7 000
Población
#81
Clasificación nacional
0,01%
de la población
Nombres coreanos
Cultura

Origen e historia

The Gye surname is associated with the Suseong Gye clan. The character 桂 refers to the fragrant cassia or laurel tree, prized in classical literature for its beauty and scent. Gye ancestors appear in Joseon-era records as local officials in the Daegu region.