Urasawa - Japanese Last Names

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Urasawa

/uːɾa.sa.wa/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Back swamp or rear marsh

Represents a sense of place and ancestral connection to landforms, particularly wetlands situated behind more prominent terrain features like hills or villages.

Symbolism

Embodies humility, resilience, and integration with nature—suggesting someone rooted in tradition and shaped by their environment rather than seeking prominence.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese elements 'ura' (裏) meaning 'behind' or 'rear,' and 'sawa' (沢 or 沼) meaning 'swamp' or 'marsh'; thus literally translating to 'rear swamp' or 'back marsh,' often referring to a geographical feature behind a settlement.

Style & Origin

traditional
nature inspired
japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Urasawa is a locational surname historically tied to families living near a 'b

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