Terashima - Japanese Last Names

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Terashima

/te̞ɾa̠ɕima̠/

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Moderate

Meaning

Temple island or temple hill

Represents a spiritual and elevated place, often indicating ancestral ties to sacred or prominent geographical locations.

Symbolism

Embodies reverence for religious spaces and natural elevation, symbolizing stability, sanctity, and a connection between earth and spirituality.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese words 'tera' (temple) and 'shima' or 'yama' (island/hill), though 'shima' more commonly means island, in this context it often refers to a raised area of land; the name typically denotes someone who lived near a temple on a hill or isolated mound.

Style & Origin

traditional

nature inspired

japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Terashima is a regional surname historically associated with families living n

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