Hiraga

Topographic

Meaning

Flat field or plain field.

Etymology

Composed of Japanese 'hira' (flat, plain) and 'ga' (field). The name is a typical Japanese topographic surname referring to geographical features.

About the Hiraga Surname

A Japanese topographic surname indicating residence in or association with flat fields. The name has been documented since medieval times in Japanese genealogical records.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 8,000 bearers in the United States #1,263 most common surname
Rare Common

Primarily found in Japan, with diaspora communities in the United States, Brazil, and other countries.

Notable Bearers

Hiraga Gennai (Edo period scholar)

People with the Hiraga Surname

Tokutaro Hiraga

Commander