Onishi - Japanese Boy Names

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Onishi

/oːniɕi/

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Moderate

Meaning

Large island

Represents stability, prominence, and connection to the land. As a place-derived name, it symbolizes roots, lineage, and enduring presence.

Symbolism

Embodies strength through natural imagery—'large island' suggests resilience, independence, and significance within a community or environment.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese words 'ō' (大) meaning 'large' and 'shima' or 'shima' (島) meaning 'island'. Over time, 'Ōshima' evolved phonetically into 'Onishi' in certain regional dialects or due to orthographic changes.

Style & Origin

traditional

japanese

Cultural Background

Onishi is a Japanese surname rooted in regional and geographical heritage. It is commonly found thro

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