Mizoguchi - Japanese Boy Names

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Mizoguchi

/mi.zo.ɡu.t͡ɕi/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Temple ditch or temple moat

Represents a connection to sacred spaces and protective boundaries, symbolizing spiritual guardianship and ancestral reverence.

Symbolism

Embodies protection, heritage, and a link between the spiritual and physical worlds. The 'ditch' suggests defense and stability, while 'temple' implies holiness and tradition.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese words 'mizo' (溝) meaning 'ditch' or 'moat' and 'guchi' (口) or more accurately 'tera' + 'guchi' (寺口), though commonly interpreted as 'guchi' in compound surnames; however, Mizoguchi likely originates from place names combining 'mizo' (ditch) and 'guchi' (entrance), or possibly 'miya' (shrine) with phonetic shift, indicating a location near a temple or shrine ditch.

Style & Origin

traditional
professional
japanese

Cultural Background

Rooted in Japanese heritage, Mizoguchi is a family name with deep regional and historical significan

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