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What is ibuki surname?

The Ibuki surname is of Japanese origin and is written in kanji as 伊吹. It may have the following two meanings:

1. Ibuki (_ibuki_): This meaning of the surname refers to the Ibuki Mountains in Japan. The mountains are located on the border between Shiga and Gifu prefectures, and they are known for their beautiful scenery.

2. Ibuki (_ubu_ + _ki_): This meaning of the surname is a combination of the words ubu (生), meaning "fresh" or "new," and ki (木), meaning "tree" or "wood." The name may have been given to a person who was born in a new house or who lived near a forest.

The Ibuki surname is relatively common in Japan, and it is estimated that there are over 10,000 people with this surname. There are also a number of people with the Ibuki surname living in other countries around the world, such as the United States, Canada, and Brazil.

Here are some famous people with the Ibuki surname:

* Ibuki Kido, a Japanese professional wrestler

* Ibuki Uno, a Japanese actress and singer

* Ibuki Morita, a Japanese voice actor

* Ibuki Tsumura, a Japanese artist and illustrator