Kiritani - Japanese Last Names

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Kiritani

/kiːɾitani/

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Moderate

Meaning

Cutting valley or slashed valley

Represents mastery over nature, human intervention in the landscape, and the shaping of land for cultivation or habitation

Symbolism

Embodies transformation, effort, and the relationship between people and the earth. Symbolizes progress through labor and adaptation to terrain

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese words 'kiri' (切り) meaning 'to cut' or 'cutting', and 'tani' (谷) meaning 'valley'. The name likely originated as a topographic designation for someone living in or near a valley that had been carved or modified by human activity such as farming or logging

Style & Origin

traditional

nature inspired

japanese

Cultural Background

Kiritani is a Japanese family name deeply rooted in Japan's regional geography and agricultural hist

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