Hirose

Hirose is a Japanese surname and a toponym. In Japanese, it is most commonly written 広瀬 or 廣瀬. The first character 広 means "wide" and the second 瀬 means "rapids" or "shallows," giving a meaning related to broad watercourses in some usages. The name is widespread across Japan and appears in various place names and family names. When romanized, 広瀬 is typically rendered as "Hirose" in standard Hepburn transcription.

Hirose Electric Co., Ltd., usually referred to simply as Hirose, is a Japanese manufacturer of electrical connectors. The company produces a broad range of connectors for consumer electronics, telecommunications, and automotive applications, including board-to-board and wire-to-board types. Hirose connectors are used internationally in many devices and systems, reflecting the company’s prominence in the electrical-connectors industry.

As a surname, Hirose is borne by numerous individuals in Japan and among people of Japanese descent worldwide. The name also appears in various place names and corporate contexts, making it a recognizable element in both cultural and industrial landscapes.