Maekawa - Japanese Last Names

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Maekawa

/mae̯.ka.wa/

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Meaning

Front river or upper stream

Represents a connection to nature and ancestral land, symbolizing flow, continuity, and familial roots.

Symbolism

Embodies movement, life's journey, and the enduring presence of family heritage tied to the natural environment.

Etymology: Composed of the kanji '前' (mae) meaning 'front' or 'before', and '川' (kawa) meaning 'river'; together they denote someone who lived near the upper part of a river or in front of a river.

Style & Origin

traditional
nature inspired
japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Maekawa is a common surname derived from topographical features, reflecting th

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