Itoigawa - Japanese Last Names

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Itoigawa

/i.to.i.ɡa.wa/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Well stone river

Represents a deep connection to the land and natural elements, symbolizing stability, endurance, and rootedness in nature.

Symbolism

Embodies the harmony between human life and the natural environment, often associated with purity, flow, and resilience like a river.

Etymology: Derived from the place name Itoigawa in Niigata Prefecture, Japan; combines 'i' (well), 'to' (stone), and 'gawa' (river), referring to a river where stone wells are present or a rocky stream.

Style & Origin

traditional

nature inspired

japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Itoigawa is a locational surname derived from a place name, typical of Japanes

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