[K5pbem] Background Question

[Michael Surbrook]

On Dec 8, 2005, at 9:31 PM, Michael P Hopcroft wrote:

> I'm trying to find a surname for my PC that would imply lion-like  
> qualities. The problem is that he is a Hong Kong native and his  
> name would be in Cantonese, not Japanese or English. Anyone have  
> any ideas?

Hold on....

*digs out "Mystic China"

Lion - Shi Zi

Hmm... I can't find anything on the symbolism of the lion in China.  
The Tiger ("Hu") is thought to be a sign of strength and power, while  
the leopard ("Bao") is quick and skill-full.

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