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Clan

A clan is an exogamous (or closely related) group in which membership is based on stipulated descent.

The clans of Scotland and China are two examples.

China

• Chinese family name
• Consort clan

The five main Han Chinese Punti clans in Hong Kong are:

• Tang clan, arrived in Hong Kong in 1069
• Hau clan, arrived in the 12th century
• Pang clan, arrived in the 12th century
• Man clan, arrived in 1307
• Liu clan, arrived in the 15th century

See also:

• tribe
• Scottish clans
• Norse clans
• Japanese clans
• Manchu family name

• Clan (gaming)

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