All about the name

Ohara

Female

« Ohara is a Japanese given or family name composed of "大" (ō) meaning great, and "原" (hara) meaning plain, translating to "Great Plain". »

#44872 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Ohara is a name of Japanese origin. It is composed of two kanji characters, "大" (ō), meaning great or large, and "原" (hara), which means plain or field. Therefore, the name Ohara translates to "Great Plain." The name Ohara has a rich history in Japan. It is often used as a family name, but it can also be used as a given name. One notable figure with the surname Ohara is Ohara Yosonori, who was a samurai during the Edo period and served as a retainer of the Maeda clan. While Ohara may not have a significant meaning outside of Japan, within Japanese culture, it is seen as a strong and powerful name due to its association with nature and vastness. It is often given to children in hopes that they will grow up to be confident and brave individuals.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Ohara since 1880

Total births
20
Total since 1880
Peak year
1986
5 births
in 2009
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years