Sasamoto - Japanese Last Names

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Sasamoto

/sɑːsɑːmɑːtoʊ/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Damp field' or 'wet ground

Represents a connection to agriculture and the land, symbolizing fertility, sustenance, and harmony with nature.

Symbolism

Embodies stability, rootedness, and a humble livelihood tied to the earth and seasonal cycles.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese elements 'sasa' (笹), meaning 'bamboo grass' or sometimes associated with moist areas, and 'moto' (元 or 本), meaning 'origin' or 'source', though in toponymic context it may derive from 'sawa' (沢, marsh) + 'moto' (base, origin), evolving phonetically into Sasamoto as a locational surname.

Style & Origin

traditional
nature inspired
japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Sasamoto is a family name rooted in local place names and historical land divi

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