Hongo - Japanese Last Names

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Hongo

/ˈhɒŋɡoʊ/

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Moderate

Meaning

Base of the hill or lower slope

Represents a connection to land and terrain, symbolizing stability, grounding, and a humble yet enduring presence within a community.

Symbolism

Embodies rootedness, resilience, and a sense of belonging to one's origins; often associated with ancestral heritage and geographical pride.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese words 'hon' (本) meaning 'base' or 'origin', and 'go' (後) meaning 'behind' or 'after', though more accurately in this context referring to 'the foot of a hill'; it originally denoted someone who lived at the base of a hill.

Style & Origin

traditional

japanese

Cultural Background

Hongo is a Japanese family name rooted in place names and topography, commonly found throughout Japa

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