Wang Anshi Wang Anshi (1021-1086) was a Chinese statesman, economist, and poet of the Song Dynasty. His name, Wang Anshi, can be translated to "Wang, the peaceful stone."

In Chinese, the name is composed of three characters:

• (Wáng) is his family name, meaning "king" or "royal."
• (Ān) is his given name, meaning "peace" or "calm."
• (Shí) is his style name, meaning "stone" or "rock."

Wang Anshi was a prominent figure in Chinese history, known for his efforts to reform the government and economy of the Song Dynasty. He implemented a series of policies aimed at improving the lives of the common people and strengthening the government.