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Diao
Diao is a surname of Chinese origin which has a notable presence among the Chinese diaspora in the United Kingdom. The surname originated from China and has been carried by individuals who have subsequently migrated and settled in various parts of the world, including the UK.
In Chinese, the surname Diao is written as 刁 and can be pronounced as "Diāo" in Mandarin. The character 刁 has several meanings, including reference to a curved fang or a deceitful person.
Within the British context, individuals with the surname Diao have likely been part of the Chinese community in the UK for generations, or have more recently emigrated to Britain. As with many surnames of Chinese origin, Diao may have different regional or clan associations within the vast and diverse Chinese cultural and linguistic landscape.
The presence of the surname Diao in Britain is a testament to the multicultural nature of the country and the contributions of individuals from a variety of backgrounds to British society. Whether through business, academia, the arts, or other fields, individuals with the surname Diao have made their mark and enriched the cultural tapestry of the United Kingdom.
There are approximately 21 people named Diao in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Diao.