Arisawa - Japanese Last Names

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Arisawa

/a.ɾi.sa.wa/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Village swamp or village marsh

Represents a connection to ancestral land and rural origins, symbolizing rootedness and continuity within a community.

Symbolism

Embodies harmony with nature and the significance of place in Japanese identity, reflecting humility and belonging.

Etymology: Comes from the Japanese words 'ari' (有 or 在) meaning 'existence' or 'village', and 'sawa' (沢) meaning 'swamp' or 'marsh'; thus, it denotes a settlement near a wetland area.

Style & Origin

traditional

nature inspired

japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Arisawa is a toponymic surname derived from local geography, commonly found th

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