Sawamura - Japanese Last Names

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Sawamura

/sa.wa.mu.ɾa/

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Moderate

Meaning

Swamp village or marsh village

Represents roots in the land and a humble, agrarian heritage; often associated with resilience and community life in wetland areas.

Symbolism

Embodies harmony with nature, endurance, and ancestral continuity; symbolizes a connection to fertile, life-sustaining environments.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese words 'sawa' (沢 or 沼), meaning 'marsh' or 'swamp', and 'mura' (村), meaning 'village'; thus literally translating to 'marsh village' or 'swamp village'.

Style & Origin

traditional
nature inspired
japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Sawamura is a family name historically tied to regional geography and nature,

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