Hirabayashi - Japanese Last Names

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Hirabayashi

/hiːɾa.ba.ja.ɕi/

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Moderate

Meaning

Flatland or meadow under the trees

Represents harmony between human habitation and nature, symbolizing a peaceful life nestled within a forested or shaded plain.

Symbolism

Embodies tranquility, rootedness, and balance with the natural world; often associated with humility and resilience.

Etymology: Derived from 'hira' (平) meaning 'flat' or 'level', 'ya' (谷) meaning 'valley', and 'shi' (敷 or 指) which can imply 'spread out' or 'established'; together it refers to a flat wooded area or a dwelling in a shaded valley.

Style & Origin

traditional

nature inspired

japanese

Cultural Background

Hirabayashi is a Japanese family name rooted in the country's agrarian past, commonly found across J

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