There are
1438
Bis in the USA
Bi is the
18971st
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Bi

BiSheng

Bi Sheng was a Chinese inventor of movable type printing in the 11th century, which revolutionized the reproduction of written materials.

BiGan

Bi Gan was a Chinese poet and musician during the Southern Song Dynasty known for his melancholic and introspective works.

BiRongji

Bi Rongji was a Chinese politician who served as the Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China from 1998 to 2003.

BiYankou

Bi Yankou was a Chinese painter and calligrapher during the Qing Dynasty known for his landscapes and bird-and-flower paintings.

BiYun

Bi Yun is a Chinese actress known for her roles in the films 'The Piano in a Factory' and 'The Blue Kite.'

BiFujian

Bi Fujian is a Chinese television host and actor known for his talk show 'Lucky 52' and his performances in various TV dramas.

BiXiaozhao

Bi Xiaozhao is a Chinese film director and screenwriter known for her critically acclaimed films 'Spicy Love Soup' and 'Beauty Remains.'

BiZhifa

Bi Zhifa is a Chinese martial artist and actor known for his roles in martial arts films, including 'The Shaolin Temple' and 'Drunken Monkey.'

BiYiren

Bi Yiren, also known as Pu Zhiqiang, is a Chinese human rights lawyer and activist known for his defense of freedom of speech and press.

BiWenjing

Bi Wenjing is a Chinese swimmer who represented China in international competitions, including the Olympics and the Asian Games.

Bi Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Bi' is of Chinese origin and is derived from the character '毕' or '畢' meaning 'to finish' or 'to complete.' It is a fairly common surname in China.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Bi' is most commonly found in China, particularly in the provinces of Shandong, Henan, and Hebei. It may also be found among overseas Chinese communities.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Bi' include 'Bie', 'Bei', and 'Pi'.
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Bi' have migrated and immigrated to various countries, particularly as part of the Chinese diaspora and for economic or educational opportunities.