Tetsunobu
Japanese · Not verified · 4 syllables
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About the name Tetsunobu
Tetsunobu is a Japanese given name composed of the characters 鉄 (tetsu, meaning "iron") and 信 (nobu, meaning "trust" or "faith"), conveying qualities of strength and reliability.
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Etymology
Tetsunobu is a Japanese given name composed of the characters 鉄 (tetsu, meaning "iron") and 信 (nobu, meaning "trust" or "faith"), conveying qualities of strength and reliability. The name is used in Japanese culture and has historical significance, notably borne by Kano Tetsunobu (1637–1700), an influential Edo period painter.
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