Urashima - Japanese Boy Names

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Urashima

/uːɾaɕima/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Child of the sea or one from the sea village

Represents the passage of time, loyalty to duty, and the bittersweet nature of returning home after a long journey. It embodies themes of sacrifice and wonder.

Symbolism

Symbolizes escapism, eternal youth, loss, and the impermanence of life. It is often linked to nostalgia and the contrast between fleeting joy and irreversible change.

Etymology: Derived from 'ura' (浦) meaning 'cove' or 'bay', and 'shima' (島) meaning 'island'. Together, Urashima literally means 'bay island' or 'coastal island', referring to a geographical feature and by extension someone from such a place.

Style & Origin

traditional

literary

japanese

Cultural Background

Rooted in Japanese folklore, Urashima is most famously associated with the tale of Urashima Taro, a

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