Watari - Japanese Last Names

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Watari

/wa.ta.ɾi/

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Moderate

Meaning

Crossing' or 'ferry

Represents transition, movement, and connection between places or states of being.

Symbolism

Embodies journey, passage, and the bridging of boundaries—both physical and metaphorical.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese verb 'wataru' (渡る), meaning 'to cross,' often referring to crossing rivers or paths; commonly used as a toponymic surname for those living near a crossing or ferry point.

Style & Origin

traditional

japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Watari is a geographically rooted surname historically associated with places

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