Minamoto (surname)
| Pronunciation | Mì-ná-mó-tó |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male, Female |
| Language(s) | Japanese |
| Origin | |
| Word/name | Kanji: 源 Hiragana: みなもと Katakana: ミナモト |
| Meaning | Source; Origin; Root |
| Region of origin | Kyoto, Japan |
Minamoto (源; みなもと、ミナモト) is an ancient and noble Japanese family name that is mostly known for its history as a powerful clan during the Heian period.
The name itself is not common today as most of the descendant families have taken other surnames, usually from their places of residence.