Sekiguchi - Japanese Last Names

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Sekiguchi

/se̞kʲiɡɯt͡ɕi/

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Meaning

Edge of the field' or 'boundary grove

Represents a liminal space—where cultivated land meets natural forest—symbolizing transition, protection, and the harmony between human activity and nature.

Symbolism

Embodies stability, rootedness, and respect for boundaries; evokes imagery of rural Japan and ancestral connection to the land.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese elements 'seki' (関 or 埴), meaning 'barrier', 'boundary', or 'clay', and 'guchi' (口) meaning 'mouth' or 'entrance', often used geographically to denote an opening or access point—commonly interpreted as 'entrance to a field' or 'edge of a grove'. The name likely originated as a locational surname for those living near such a place.

Style & Origin

traditional
nature inspired
japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Sekiguchi is a family name historically tied to regional landscapes, particula

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