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佐藤
Sato
さとう

Meaning

Helpful wisteria

Writing

Kanji: 佐藤  ·  Hiragana: さとう  ·  Romaji: Sato

Rank

#1 most common surname in Japan

Regional Origin

Nationwide

Notable Bearers

Sato Eisaku

Element

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

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