Hiki - Japanese Last Names

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Hiki

/ˈhiːki/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Pull or draw

Represents movement, effort, or influence—suggesting someone who draws things toward them or exerts force.

Symbolism

Embodies action, agency, and connectivity; symbolizes the ability to bring people or events together through will or effort.

Etymology: Derived from the Japanese verb 'hiku' (to pull, to draw), Hiki as a surname likely originated as a topographic or occupational designation for someone associated with pulling actions, such as a cart driver or archer, or someone living near a drawn boundary or path.

Style & Origin

traditional
japanese

Cultural Background

Originating in Japan, Hiki is a regional family name with historical ties to samurai lineages and lo

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