Writers name their characters with the utmost care; they hint at things like the characters' backstories, motivations, personalities — even their futures. Nearly every protagonist in a Studio Ghibli movie has a significant meaning tied to their name. A name can be tied to a historical figure, another literary character, or a word that symbolizes the protagonist's journey.
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