Who was Laughing Buddha? A simple drawing

The figure commonly referred to as the "Laughing Buddha" is based on a historical figure named Budai (Hotei in Japanese), who was a Chinese monk. Budai was known for his jovial nature and large belly, symbolizing happiness, contentment, and abundance. However, in terms of an actual birth name, historical records are sparse, and he is mostly known by his monastic name, Budai.