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Liang Shih-Yi

Photograph of Liang Shih-Yi Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
Liang
Surname
Shih-Yi

The Name Liang

Origin
Chinese
Meaning
Bright or good, depending on the Chinese characters used to write the name.
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The Shih-Yi Surname

Origin
Chinese
Meaning
A compound Chinese name combining 'shih' with 'yi', possibly meaning 'lion righteousness' or similar.
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