Kobashi - Japanese Last Names

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Kobashi

/koˈba.ɕi/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Small bridge

Represents connection, transition, and modest utility—symbolizing links between people, places, or stages in life.

Symbolism

Embodies balance and passage; a small bridge signifies humility and function over grandeur, often associated with harmony in nature and community.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese words 'ko' (small) and 'hashi' (bridge), written as 小橋 in kanji, indicating a geographical feature near which a family lived.

Style & Origin

traditional

nature inspired

japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Kobashi is a family name rooted in regional geography and historical land use,

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