EtymologyChan 2 is a Chinese surname that represents the Hokkien romanization of Zeng. The underlying Chinese character is 曾 (zēng), which originates from the name of a state called Zeng that existed during the Zhou dynasty in what is now Hubei province. The surname is common among Chinese communities in Southeast Asia, particularly in regions where Hokkien dialects are spoken.Meaning: Refers to the state of Zeng during the Zhou dynastyOrigin: Chinese (Hokkien romanization)Type: SurnameUsage Regions: China, Taiwan, Southeast Asia (Hokkien-speaking areas)