Katakura - Japanese Last Names

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Katakura

/kætæˈkuːrə/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Lower field or bottom field

Represents groundedness, connection to land and ancestry, and stability through generations.

Symbolism

Embodies loyalty, service, and regional pride; historically linked to retainers and loyal vassals in the Sengoku period.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese words 'kata' (lower, bottom) and 'kura' (field, storehouse), indicating a geographical feature or location of ancestral land.

Style & Origin

traditional

strong

japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Katakura is a family name historically associated with the northern regions of

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