国GuoSurname
Guó
Guo (国) means 'country' or 'nation'. As a surname, it symbolizes patriotism and a sense of belonging to the state. It is a relatively uncommon surname but carries great national pride.
Guó
Mainland China · Taiwan
Kwok
Guangdong · Hong Kong
Kuek
Fujian · Taiwan · SE Asia
Kok
Meizhou · Taiwan · SE Asia
Population Ranking
#374
Estimated Under 1 million people
Position among top 100 Chinese surnames
Geographic Distribution
Henan, Shandong, Zhejiang
Five Element Analysis
Fire
passion, energy, and leadership
Origin & History
The Guo surname originated from the state of Guo during the Zhou dynasty. Descendants of the royal family of the Guo state adopted the state name as their surname. Another origin is from the name of a fief granted to a noble in the state of Qi.
Surname Evolution
The Guo surname originated from the State of Guo during the Zhou Dynasty. The surname became prominent during the Tang Dynasty through General Guo Ziyi, one of the most celebrated military figures in Chinese history.
Commandery
Fenyang Commandery (汾阳郡) — Modern-day Fenyang, Shanxi Province
Hall Title
汾阳堂 (Fenyang Hall)
Ancestral Hall
Guo Clan Ancestral Hall in Fenyang, Shanxi — Honoring General Guo Ziyi, the 'Loyal and Martial King.' The hall is a major cultural heritage site.
Clan Motto & Family Tradition
汾阳世泽，忠武家风 — The Fenyang heritage; the loyal and martial family tradition.
Tone Compatibility
Guo (Guó) is a 2nd tone (rising) surname. In Chinese naming, balanced tonal patterns create harmonious-sounding names.
Recommended Patterns
peaceful and secure
vast and auspicious
ambition that soars
Patterns to Avoid
Each digit is a tone (1=level, 2=rising, 3=dipping, 4=falling). The first is the surname tone; the next two are the given name's tones.
Example Names with Guo
Your Guo Family Legend
Popular Chinese Name Collections
Want Your Own Unique Chinese Name?
Our engine creates personalized names based on your English name and preferred style.
Try the Name Generator→Frequently Asked Questions
What does the surname Guo mean in Chinese?
Guo (国) means 'country' or 'nation'. As a surname, it symbolizes patriotism and a sense of belonging to the state. The character is composed of '囗' (enclosure) and '玉' (jade), representing a territory with precious resources. It is a relatively uncommon surname but carries great national pride.
Where does the Guo surname originate from?
The Guo surname originated from the state of Guo during the Zhou dynasty. Descendants of the royal family of the state adopted the state name as their surname. There were several states named Guo (e.g., Eastern Guo, Western Guo). Another source traces to the official position 'Guo' (国) in charge of state affairs.
Who are some famous people with the surname Guo?
1. Guo Moruo (郭沫若), a prominent Chinese writer, poet, and historian, known for his work in archaeology and literature. 2. Guo Jingjing (郭晶晶), an Olympic gold medalist in diving, considered one of the greatest divers of all time. 3. Guo Xiang (郭襄), a fictional character in Jin Yong's 'The Return of the Condor Heroes'.
What given names go well with the surname Guo?
Given names that pair well with Guo (国) often evoke national pride or strength. For example, 'Guo Qiang' (国强) means 'country strong', 'Guo An' (国安) 'national peace', or 'Guo Wei' (国威) 'national prestige'. Names with characters like 'Hua' (华) for China or 'Min' (民) for people complement the surname's patriotic theme.