Nojiri - Japanese Last Names

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Nojiri

/noːdʑiɾi/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Field or rice field and woods or grove

Represents a connection to agricultural land and nature, symbolizing sustenance, heritage, and harmony with the environment.

Symbolism

Embodies rootedness, tradition, and a peaceful coexistence with nature; often associated with rural life and ancestral continuity.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese words 'no' (野) meaning 'field' or 'rice field' and 'jiri' or 'shiri' (尻) meaning 'rear' or 'base of a hill', though sometimes interpreted as 'sugi' (杉) for 'cedar' in alternate kanji forms; most commonly written as 野尻, meaning 'base of the field' or 'end of the field'.

Style & Origin

traditional

nature inspired

japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Nojiri is a family name historically tied to specific locales and landscapes,

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