Isayama - Japanese Last Names

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Isayama

/i.sa.ja.ma/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Well mountain

Represents a connection to a place where a well exists on or near a mountain, symbolizing life, sustenance, and enduring strength from natural sources.

Symbolism

Embodies resilience, stability, and the harmony between human needs and nature. The imagery of water and elevation suggests clarity, purity, and spiritual height.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese words 'i' (井) meaning 'well', 'saya' (谷) meaning 'valley', and 'yama' (山) meaning 'mountain'; however, Isayama is most commonly interpreted as combining 'isa' (possibly a variant of 'i' for well) and 'yama' (mountain), indicating a geographical feature.

Style & Origin

traditional

nature inspired

japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Isayama is a family name historically tied to regional geography and local cla

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