Iijima - Japanese Boy Names

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Iijima

/iːiˈdʒiːmə/

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Moderate

Meaning

Ii means 'good' and jima or shima means 'island'. Literally, 'good island'.

Represents a favorable or auspicious place, symbolizing harmony, natural beauty, and a sense of belonging to a nurturing environment.

Symbolism

Embodies the ideal of a peaceful, self-sufficient community and reflects reverence for nature and geography as central to identity.

Etymology: Derived from Japanese 'ii' (良い, good) and 'shima' (島, island), often referring to a settlement on an island deemed prosperous or blessed. The spelling 'Iijima' is a romanization of the compound word 'Iishima', contracted over time.

Style & Origin

traditional

nature inspired

japanese

Cultural Background

Rooted in Japanese naming conventions, Iijima is a common surname reflecting Japan's tradition of us

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