Minobe - Japanese Last Names

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Minobe

/miːnoʊbeɪ/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Above the field or upper part of the field

Represents a connection to land, agriculture, and ancestral roots, symbolizing stability and heritage.

Symbolism

Embodies a sense of place, belonging, and respect for nature and terrain; often linked to familial identity rooted in geography.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese words 'mino' (above, upper) and 'be' or 'hata' (field), indicating someone who lived above or at the upper edge of a cultivated field. Common in regional naming conventions based on topography.

Style & Origin

traditional
japanese

Cultural Background

Minobe is a Japanese family name with historical ties to specific regions in Japan, often associated

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