Ikezu - Japanese Last Names

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Ikezu

/i.ke.dzu/

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Uncommon

Meaning

From the marsh' or 'near the marsh

Represents connection to nature and ancestral land, particularly wetland areas that were historically significant for agriculture and settlement.

Symbolism

Embodies stability, rootedness, and harmony with the natural environment. Symbolically linked to fertility and sustenance due to association with marshlands.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese elements 'ike' (池) meaning 'pond' or 'marsh', and 'zu' (tsu or zu suffix) which may denote location or 'from'. The name likely indicated someone who lived near or came from a marshy area.

Style & Origin

traditional

nature inspired

japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Ikezu is a relatively uncommon regional surname with ties to local geography.

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