The name Qiu originates from Chinese characters such as 秋 (qiū) meaning 'autumn', 丘 (qiū) meaning 'hill, mound', and others with similar pronunciations. It is a versatile name with rich cultural and historical significance, often associated with natural elements and geographical features. The name is also notable for being the given name of the philosopher Confucius, whose full name was Kǒng Qiū (孔丘).