Natsume - Japanese Last Names

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Natsume

/naːt͡sɯme/

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Moderate

Meaning

Summer hand or summer branch

Symbolizes the transient beauty of summer and connection to nature's cycles, often associated with warmth, growth, and fleeting moments.

Symbolism

Embodies seasonal change, particularly the transition from summer to autumn; represents elegance, impermanence, and harmony with nature.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese words 'natsu' (夏), meaning 'summer', and 'te' (手) or 'tsu me' (つめ/爪), which can mean 'hand' or 'claw', though in this context likely refers to 'branch' or 'tip of a tree'; originally referred to plants blooming in summer or a familial connection to summer-related work or location.

Style & Origin

traditional

nature inspired

japanese

Cultural Background

A Japanese family name rooted in seasonal imagery and natural elements, commonly found throughout Ja

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