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Hoarau

/ɔ.a.ʁo/

proper noun/ɔ.a.ʁo/

a French surname, Hoarau

Originating from mainland France where it became extinct until recently. (attested 1640s in Menneville, Picardie Province). Now most prevalent in Réunion. Possibly from Dutch or Middle Dutch.