Family Name: The surname 郝 originated from the place name Hao, located in present-day Zhouzhi, Shaanxi Province. It is derived from the Zi clan of the Shang Dynasty, tracing its ancestry to Bi Gan, a high-ranking military commander. After the fall of the Shang Dynasty, Bi Gan's descendants moved to Hao Village and adopted the place name as their surname. There are also other origins of the surname Hao, including changes from other ethnic groups.
Given Name: Loyalty and virtue that elevate and benefit all.