Higuchi - Japanese Last Names

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Higuchi

/hiˈɡuːt͡ɕi/

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Meaning

Edge of the ditch or low-lying land near a ditch

Represents a connection to the land, humility, and rural origins; often associated with agricultural or village life.

Symbolism

Embodies stability, resilience, and a close relationship with nature and the earth; symbolizes ancestral roots and regional identity.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese words 'higu' (edge or border) and 'chi' (land or soil), or alternatively from 'hi' (fire) and 'guchi' (mouth), though the topographical interpretation is most accepted. The name likely originated as a descriptor for someone living near a ditch or embankment.

Style & Origin

traditional
nature inspired
japanese

Cultural Background

Higuchi is a common Japanese family name rooted in Japan's historical practice of deriving surnames

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