Xie

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The Xie surname derives from the ancient state of Xie, a Zhou Dynasty principality granted to Shen Bo, an uncle of King Xuan of Zhou. The character 謝 carries meanings of gratitude and courtesy, reflecting the clan's Confucian values. The surname is especially prevalent in Guangdong, Fujian, and Jiangxi provinces, and is common in Hakka communities.