Shimei - Japanese Last Names

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Shimei

/ˈʃiːmeɪ/

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Rare

Meaning

Name of life or personal name

Represents identity and existence; often associated with official records or the act of naming oneself in historical or bureaucratic contexts.

Symbolism

Embodies individuality, documentation of identity, and the philosophical weight of names as markers of existence.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese words 'shi' (氏) meaning 'clan' or 'family name' and 'mei' (名) meaning 'name', together forming 'Shimei' (氏名), which literally means 'full name' or 'personal name' in Japanese.

Style & Origin

traditional

literary

japanese

Cultural Background

Rooted in Japanese naming traditions, Shimei is a rare family name that carries ancestral and litera

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