Jin - Japanese Last Names

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Jin

/dʒɪn/

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Moderate

Meaning

Gentle person or benevolent person

Represents compassion, kindness, and moral integrity. Often associated with the Confucian virtue of 'jin' (benevolence), one of the key principles in ethical philosophy.

Symbolism

Embodies humaneness, empathy, and inner strength. Symbolizes the ideal of treating others with care and dignity, reflecting deep cultural values in East Asian thought.

Etymology: Derived from the Chinese character '仁' (pinyin: rén, Japanese: jin), meaning 'benevolence' or 'humanity'. Entered Japanese culture through Classical Chinese influence and became part of both given names and surnames.

Style & Origin

minimalist

timeless

japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Jin is used as a surname and reflects the elegance of minimalism in Japanese n

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