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Chan is the most common surname in China, accounting for about 17% of the population. It is also the most common surname in Singapore, with about one in four residents having the surname. The name is thought to originate from the ancient city of Changhai in southern China. The Chan family is believed to be one of the earliest families in China. The surname Chan is also common in Malaysia, where it accounts for about one in six residents. The Chan family is believed to originate from the city of Changhai in southern China.
