MURAKAMI

Meaning

Village in the interior or inland village, from 'mura' (village) and 'kami' (upper/interior).

Etymology

Derived from Japanese elements 'mura' meaning village and 'kami' meaning upper or interior, originally indicating a place name in Japan. The surname reflects the Japanese practice of deriving surnames from geographic locations.

About the MURAKAMI Surname

A common Japanese topographic surname indicating residence in an inland or interior village. The name has become internationally recognized through notable contemporary bearers.

Distribution

Primarily found in Japan with significant diaspora in North America and other countries.

Notable Bearers

Takashi Murakami (artist), Haruki Murakami (author)

People with the MURAKAMI Surname