Kitagawa - Japanese Last Names

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Kitagawa

/ki.ta.ɡa.wa/

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Meaning

North river

Represents a connection to the land and ancestral roots, often indicating that the family originated near a river to the north of a village or settlement.

Symbolism

Embodies flow, direction, and stability—symbolizing both natural elements and a sense of heritage and place within a community.

Etymology: From the Japanese words 'kita' (north) and 'gawa' or 'kawa' (river); thus, 'Kitagawa' literally means 'north river' and was historically used to denote someone who lived near a northern river.

Style & Origin

traditional

nature inspired

japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Kitagawa is a toponymic surname derived from local geography and is commonly f

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