The following are some examples of surnames of characters in novels: 1 Yaksha: A surname that often appears represents darkness and evil. 2. Purple Frost: A relatively rare surname that represents cold and ice. Ximen Qing: A common surname that represented the "Ximen" in Taoism and the characteristics of men. [4th Duan Wangye: A surname that often appears represents nobility and high status.] Ye Fei: A surname that often appears represents the meaning of flying and freedom.