Hasumi

Hasumi (蓮見) is a Japanese surname. It is relatively common throughout Japan, with higher concentrations found in certain regions. The name is derived from the kanji "蓮" (hasu), meaning lotus, and "見" (mi), meaning to see, view, or observe. The name likely originated from a place name or a geographical feature associated with lotus flowers.

As a surname, Hasumi can be written using different kanji combinations, although 蓮見 is the most typical representation. Variations may exist due to historical factors such as simplification of characters or regional dialectal differences.

People with the surname Hasumi can be found in various professions and fields throughout Japanese society. It is not typically associated with any particular noble or samurai family. Its meaning is relatively straightforward, pointing to an association with the lotus plant, which has symbolic significance in Buddhism and East Asian culture, often representing purity and enlightenment.