Zhang
A major Chinese surname with ancient roots, most often written 张 in simplified Chinese and 張 in traditional Chinese.
The #472 most common surname in the United States (2010 Census) — about 1 in every 4,403 Americans shares it.
Etymology
Zhang is a Chinese surname, usually written 张 in simplified Chinese and 張 in traditional Chinese. The character originally referred to a kind of bow or to stretching or drawing tight, and it later became a family name. Because Chinese surnames are tied to characters and long literary traditions, the name can also be associated with different historical lineages and regional branches.
History
Zhang is one of the most common surnames in China and is also widespread in overseas Chinese communities. It has been borne by many notable figures across Chinese history, and in modern Romanization it is most often rendered as Zhang under pinyin. In older systems and in different dialect communities, it may appear as Chang, Cheung, Teo, or related spellings.
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Fun fact
Zhang is often counted among the very most common surnames in the world because of its huge number of bearers in China and the diaspora.