Tanabe - Japanese Boy Names

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Tanabe

/tænəbeɪ/

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Meaning

Rice field edge or boundary of a rice paddy

Represents connection to land, agriculture, and ancestral roots. Symbolizes stability, continuity, and respect for nature and family lineage.

Symbolism

Embodies stewardship of the earth, humility through agricultural association, and enduring family identity. Often linked to rural origins and community-based values.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese words 'ta' (rice paddy) and 'nabe' (edge or rim), Tanabe literally refers to someone who lived at the edge of a rice field. It originated as a topographic surname during the feudal era when surnames were adopted based on geographic location.

Style & Origin

traditional

nature inspired

japanese

Cultural Background

Tanabe is a common Japanese surname with deep roots in regional geography and clan history. It is wi

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