Family Name: The surname 艾 (Ài) has multiple origins. One theory suggests it derives from the Xia Dynasty, where the offspring of Emperor Shao Kang was granted land in Ai (present-day Tangyin County, Henan) and adopted the name 艾. Another theory connects it to Ai Kong, a minister of the State of Qi during the Spring and Autumn period, who was granted land in Ai. Additionally, some claim it originates from the ancient state of Ai, with descendants taking the state's name as their surname.
Given Name: The brocade symbolizes splendor and beauty, implying a life as magnificent as a tapestry.