History:
The surname Jang is believed to have originated from the Chinese surname Jiang.
The surname Jang is believed to have been used in China as early as the Zhou Dynasty (1046-256 BC). It is also found in Korea, where it was adopted by a Korean family during the Goryeo Dynasty (918-1392).
Description:
In both China and Korea, the surname Jang is associated with a sense of honor and loyalty. It also carries a sense of respect and responsibility.
In China, the surname Jang is often given to the first-born son in a family. In Korea, the surname Jang is associated with the Confucian ideals of loyalty and respect.
In China, the surname Jang is also spelled as Zhang, Chang, and Cheung. In Korea, it is sometimes spelled as Jeong.
