Meaning
Plum tree
Origin Regions
- Korea (historically Silla and Baekje dynasties)
Historical Background
Rhee is a romanized variant of the Korean surname Lee (이 / 李), most commonly used in South Korea prior to the adoption of the modern 'Lee' spelling. It is associated with royal lineage and scholarly prestige, tracing back over a millennium.
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