Funai - Japanese Last Names

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Funai

/fuːnaɪ/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Original dwelling' or 'ancient residence

Represents ancestral roots, continuity, and connection to a founding place or home village.

Symbolism

Embodies heritage, stability, and the enduring presence of family across generations.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese words 'furu' (古) meaning 'ancient' or 'old' and 'i' (居) meaning 'dwelling' or 'residence'; historically referred to someone from the old settlement or original home. Often written with kanji such as 古居 or 風間 in variant forms, though Funai specifically may derive from 土井 (Doi) in some lineages due to phonetic shifts.

Style & Origin

traditional

japanese

Cultural Background

Funai is a Japanese family name rooted in regional history, often associated with places or ancestra

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