About Arakawa
The surname Arakawa is of Japanese origin and is written as 荒川 in kanji characters. The name is derived from the combination of two elements: "ara" meaning "rough" or "wild" and "kawa" meaning "river." Therefore, the surname Arakawa can be interpreted to mean "rough river" or "wild river." It is a relatively common surname in Japan and can be found among various families and individuals.
The surname Arakawa is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Arakawa based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent the name "Arakawa" using braille for the visually impaired.
Using the sign language hand symbols below, you can sign the name "Arakawa."