Nasu - Japanese Last Names

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Nasu

/ˈnɑːsuː/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Eggplant or wild eggplant

Symbolizes connection to the land, agriculture, and ancestral heritage; may reflect historical occupation or residence near areas where eggplants were cultivated.

Symbolism

Embodies fertility, nourishment, and rootedness in nature; also represents regional identity and continuity through generations.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese word 'nasu' (茄子), meaning 'eggplant', and also linked to place names such as Nasu in Tochigi Prefecture. The name likely originated as a topographic or geographic identifier for families living in or near eggplant-growing regions or the Nasu highlands.

Style & Origin

traditional

nature inspired

japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Nasu is a family name historically tied to geographic locations and clan linea

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