Family Name: The surname 柏 (Bǎi) is derived from the name of the cypress tree, a evergreen conifer. One origin story traces it back to the ancient tribal leader Baihuang, whose descendants adopted the surname 柏. Another theory suggests it originated from the state of Bo in the Spring and Autumn period, which was conquered by the state of Chu, and its people took 柏 as their surname. Additionally, some believe it may have originated from ancient official titles such as 柏人 and 柏侯.
Given Name: Pure as clear water, resilient as slender bamboo.