Tomoe is a female name of Japanese origin, meaning "Blessing." The name is derived from the Japanese symbol "tomoe," which closely resembles a comma-like swirl used in Japanese mon, similar to a heraldic badge or charge in European heraldry. It is commonly translated as "comma" and appears in various designs with multiple uses. The tomoe pattern holds historical and cultural significance, with its origins uncertain but believed to have originated in magatama jewelry from the late Jōmon period in Japan. The symbol is closely associated with Shinto shrines, particularly those dedicated to Hachiman, the god of war and archery, and is also used in Japanese family emblems and as a corporate logo in Japan. Additionally, the tomoe has been adopted in popular culture, appearing in video games and as a corporate logo. It also holds similarities to other cultural symbols such as the taijitu and triskelion.