The term “Honda” (本田) in Japanese can be broken down into two parts: “本” (hon) and “田” (da).
- “本” (hon) means “origin” or “base.” It can also denote “book” or “true” in different contexts.
- “田” (da) translates to “rice field” or “paddy.”
Together, the name “Honda” can be interpreted as “origin of the rice field” or “base of the rice field.”
Honda is a common surname in Japan and is also the name of the well-known automobile and motorcycle manufacturer, Honda Motor Co., Ltd., founded by Soichiro Honda in 1948. The company’s name reflects its founder’s family name.