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The Korean Surname Chae

Meaning: State, tortoise shell Rank: #40 in Korea Share: 2.44%

👑 Ancestral Lineage & Clan Origin (Bon-gwan)

Primary Origin Clans: Chae Clan (채씨 본관)

Chae (蔡) is an authentic Korean family surname tracing back to ancient dynastic clan origins in Goryeo and Joseon.

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FAQ for Surname Chae

What does the Korean surname Chae (채) mean?

The surname Chae is written with the Hanja character 蔡, which literally translates to "State, tortoise shell".

What is the ancestral origin (Bon-gwan) of the Chae surname?

The major origin clans (Bon-gwan) for Chae include Chae Clan (채씨 본관).