Meaning

Crossing the edges

Writing

Kanji: 渡辺  ·  Hiragana: わたなべ  ·  Romaji: Watanabe

Rank

#5 most common surname in Japan

Regional Origin

Nationwide

Notable Bearers

Watanabe Ken

Element

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

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