About Hirner
The surname Hirner is of German origin and is derived from the occupational name "Hirner," meaning "shearer" or "clipper." It is derived from the Middle High German word "hirnen," which refers to the act of shearing or clipping wool from sheep. The surname likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked as a shearer or had a connection to the wool industry. Over time, the name Hirner became a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
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Here's how to represent Hirner in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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