Kanashiro - Japanese Last Names

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Kanashiro

/ka.na.ʃi.ɾo/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Temple or shrine head priest's residence

Represents spiritual stewardship, ancestral reverence, and connection to religious institutions within a community.

Symbolism

Embodies tradition, continuity, and the cultural importance of religious and familial leadership in Japanese society.

Etymology: Derived from the Okinawan and Japanese words 'kana' (temple/shrine) and 'shiro' (residence/estate), indicating a household linked to a temple or priestly class.

Style & Origin

traditional
unique
japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Kanashiro is a regional surname primarily associated with Okinawan and souther

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