Nagashima - Japanese Last Names

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Nagashima

/na.ɡa.ɕi.ma/

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Moderate

Meaning

Long island

Represents endurance, stability, and connection to the land; evokes imagery of a sustained presence across time and space.

Symbolism

Symbolizes resilience, continuity, and rootedness in nature; often associated with ancestral lineage and regional identity.

Etymology: Composed of the Japanese elements 'naga' (long) and 'shima' (island), the name originally referred to someone who lived on or came from a long island.

Style & Origin

traditional
nature inspired
japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Nagashima is a toponymic surname derived from geographical features, commonly

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