Tomoda - Japanese Last Names

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Tomoda

/toːmoda/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Grove rice paddy' or 'rice field near a grove

Represents harmony between agriculture and nature, symbolizing sustenance, rootedness, and connection to the land.

Symbolism

Embodies fertility, stability, and the quiet strength of rural life; associated with ancestral ties and natural balance.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese words 'tomo' (とも), an older or dialectical form related to 'tsumo' or 'tamba' meaning grove or woods, and 'da' (田) meaning rice field. Thus, Tomoda likely referred to someone who lived near a rice paddy adjacent to a wooded area.

Style & Origin

traditional

nature inspired

japanese

Cultural Background

Tomoda is a Japanese family name originating from place names, commonly found in regions such as Aom

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