About Hirai
The surname Hirai is of Japanese origin and has multiple meanings. One interpretation is that it is derived from the combination of the kanji characters "hi" meaning "sun" and "rai" meaning "trust" or "reliance." This suggests that the surname Hirai could signify someone who is trustworthy or dependable like the sun. Another interpretation is that it is derived from the kanji character "hira" meaning "plain" or "level," indicating that the surname could represent someone from a flat or open area. The exact meaning may vary depending on the specific family or region.
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The surname Hirai is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hirai based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Hirai is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Hirai in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Hirai using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.