Munakata - Japanese Last Names

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Munakata

/muːnaˈkaːta/

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Moderate

Meaning

House of the cove' or 'cove residence

Represents ancestral ties to sacred places and natural landscapes, particularly coastal areas revered in Shinto belief.

Symbolism

Embodies spiritual guardianship, connection to water and nature, and reverence for lineage and tradition.

Etymology: Derived from Japanese elements 'muna' (cove or inlet) and 'kata' (house or form), likely referring to a dwelling near a sheltered bay; historically linked to the Munakata clan who served as priests at the Munakata Taisha shrine.

Style & Origin

traditional

nature inspired

japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Munakata is a family name deeply tied to Shinto tradition and geographic locat

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