noun
different surname; different family name
Used when comparing surnames, often in contrast with 同姓 (same surname). Common in contexts like marriage, family registers, or distinguishing people.
Antonyms: 同姓
結婚しても異姓のままの人もいる。
Some people keep different surnames even after marriage.
同姓同名だが異姓の別人だ。
They have the same given name but different surnames; they are different people.