Tanzan - Japanese Boy Names

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Tanzan

/ˈtænzæn/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Cinnabar Mountain or Red Mountain

Symbolizes spiritual insight, inner strength, and the balance between earthly presence and enlightenment.

Symbolism

Embodies the enduring power of nature and the wisdom of Zen Buddhism. The name evokes imagery of mountains as places of retreat, meditation, and transcendence.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese words 'tan' (丹), meaning cinnabar or red, and 'zan' (山), meaning mountain. The name is famously borne by the 9th-century Zen monk Tanzan, known for his unorthodox teachings.

Style & Origin

traditional

nature inspired

japanese

Cultural Background

Rooted in Japanese Buddhist tradition and natural philosophy, Tanzan is historically associated with

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