Yamada - Japanese Last Names

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Yamada

/jaˈma.da/

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Meaning

Mountain rice field

Represents a family's historical connection to mountainous agricultural land, symbolizing sustenance, hard work, and harmony with nature.

Symbolism

Embodies stability, rural heritage, and the enduring relationship between people and the land. It evokes imagery of terraced fields and natural beauty.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese words 'yama' (山), meaning 'mountain', and 'ta' (田), meaning 'rice field'. The name originally denoted someone who lived near or worked in a rice field at the base of a mountain.

Style & Origin

traditional

nature inspired

japanese

Cultural Background

One of the most common surnames in Japan, Yamada is deeply rooted in Japanese culture and reflects t

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