Domon - Japanese Last Names

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Domon

/doːmon/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Temple gate or gate of the temple

Represents a connection to sacred spaces, spiritual thresholds, and ancestral heritage. It suggests a lineage associated with religious or ceremonial sites.

Symbolism

Symbolizes protection, transition, and reverence—acting as a threshold between the mundane and the sacred. It embodies stability and cultural continuity.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese elements 'do' (堂) meaning 'hall' or 'temple', and 'mon' (門) meaning 'gate'. Together, 'Domon' literally means 'temple gate', often referring to the entrance of a Buddhist temple or ancestral hall.

Style & Origin

traditional

japanese

Cultural Background

Domon is a Japanese family name with roots in regional surnames derived from place names or geograph

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