This paper analyzes the graph ■ in terms of its character-forms and phonology. The author suggests that the upper part should be an allograph of 丱, which might have been a variant of ‘luan’ (卵). The author further argues that the graph should be transcribed as ‘kun’ (昆). By looking at ancient textual records, The author realizes a fact that ‘kunyang’ (昆阳) in seal and ceramic inscriptions refers to the name of a place where belonged to the Wei State during the Warring States period. Furthermore, this paper proves that ‘kun’ might have served as a surname in ancient time and thereby solves a long holding academic question.
