About Hettiarachchi
The surname Hettiarachchi is of Sri Lankan origin and is derived from the Sinhalese language. It is a combination of two words: "hettiya" meaning "to rule" or "to govern," and "arachchi" meaning "headman" or "chief." Therefore, the surname Hettiarachchi can be interpreted to mean "chief ruler" or "headman." It is a common surname among the Sinhalese people of Sri Lanka and is often associated with individuals who held positions of authority or leadership in their communities.
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The surname Hettiarachchi is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hettiarachchi 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 Hettiarachchi in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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