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The meaning and history of the name Wu.


WU: From Chinese 吴 (wú) which refers to the ancient state of Wu, which was located in present-day Jiangsu province.

Usage: Chinese
Famous People: Emperor Wu of Hanwiki (Politician, -156, China), Wu Cheng'enwiki (Writer, 1506, China), Wu Zetianwiki (Politician, 625, China)