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5/15/2025, 1:48 PM HallowsofWoe
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Name Hirpa
Type Surname (from given name)
Usage Ethiopian
Pronounced Pron. ˈhɪr.pə, HIR-puh
Other Forms FormsHirbaa, Hirba
Edit Status Statusnot set

Meaning & History

In the Oromo language, "Hirpa" is mostly interpreted to mean "blessed," "fortunate," or "gifted", though translations can vary based on dialect, regional usage, and context. A bearer of the surname is Bedatu Hirpa, a notable Ethiopian long-distance runner who won the women's race at the 2025 Paris Marathon.
Added 5/15/2025 by HallowsofWoe