Meaning

Above the well

Writing

Kanji: 井上  ·  Hiragana: いのうえ  ·  Romaji: Inoue

Rank

#15 most common surname in Japan

Regional Origin

Western japan

Notable Bearers

Inoue Kaoru

Element

This surname belongs to the landscape category, reflecting traditional Japanese naming patterns inspired by the natural world.

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