Meaning, origin, history
Hisayo is a feminine Japanese given name derived from the characters "hi" meaning sun and "asa" meaning morning. Together, they convey the meaning of "sunrise." This name has been used historically in Japan for centuries but became particularly popular during the Edo period (1603-1868). Despite its age and historical significance, Hisayo remains a beautiful and meaningful choice for parents looking to give their daughters a unique and culturally rich name. It is important to note that while Hisayo is traditionally written with kanji characters representing sun and morning, it can also be written using hiragana or katakana, the phonetic scripts of Japanese.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Hisae since 1880
Total births
69
Total since 1880
Peak year
1922
14 births
in 1925
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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