Family Name: The surname Jin can be traced back to several origins. One theory links it to the ancient 'Jin Tian' clan, descendants of the Yellow Emperor. Another theory connects it to the state of Chu during the Spring and Autumn period, where a prince named Jin was granted a fief and his descendants adopted the surname Jin. Additionally, it is associated with Jin Midi, a Xiongnu prince who was given the surname Jin after pledging allegiance to the Han Dynasty.
Given Name: Nourishing oneself with virtue, cultivating one's character to achieve inner perfection.