Murakami - Japanese Last Names

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Murakami

/muːɾaˈkami/

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Meaning

Village above' or 'upper village

Represents a sense of elevated community or settlement, symbolizing stability, heritage, and rootedness in the land.

Symbolism

Embodies geographical prominence and ancestral continuity, often associated with resilience, tradition, and connection to rural or mountainous regions.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese words 'mura' (村) meaning 'village' and 'kami' (上) meaning 'above' or 'upper', indicating someone who lived in or hailed from the upper part of a village.

Style & Origin

traditional
strong
japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Murakami is a historically significant surname derived from place names, commo

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