Do you know the origin of surnames? Many of them are originally from Europe and this is one of the reflexes passed on to Brazilians during colonization. There are many common surnames that do not belong exclusively to Brazil.
Check out, therefore, six names that will indicate a European ancestry that you still don't know!
see more
Sweet news: Lacta launches Sonho de Valsa e Ouro chocolate bar…
Brazilian wine wins label award at the 'Oscars' of…
These 6 names originate from Europe
1. Fernandes
The surname Fernandes has Iberian origin and is related to the term “son of”. In Portugal and Spain, many surnames ending with “es” or “ez” indicate paternal affiliation. In the case of Fernandes, it means “son of Fernando”.
This surname was widely used during the Middle Ages in the region and can be spelled as Hernández in Spanish.
2. silva
This surname was often attributed to people who lived or had some connection with forest areas, being associated with nature and natural resources. Over time, the surname “Silva” spread widely, being adopted by many families in different regions.
3. souza
The surname “Souza” has Portuguese origin and is a variation of “Sousa”. This surname is believed to be a derivation of the Latin term “saxa” or “saxia”, which means “forest” or “jungle”. “Sousa” was a toponym related to a specific river or place in Portugal.
4. Oak
The surname Carvalho is of Iberian origin and has an interesting history behind it. It was a surname appreciated by Portuguese Jews, as the word “carvalho” represents longevity and resistance, characteristics associated with the oak tree itself.
5. pear tree
The surname Pereira has an origin related to the cultivation of pears in certain regions of Portugal. People who were born in these regions, where pears were common, ended up adopting the surname Pereira, which is a direct reference to the name of the tree that produces the fruit.
6. Walnut
It is related to a tree that produces almonds or nuts, called walnut. People who were born in the Torre de Nogueira region of Portugal were probably given this surname in reference to the significant presence of these trees in that specific region.
The walnut tree is known for producing almonds or walnuts and is a tree valued for its fruit and wood. Therefore, the surname Nogueira has a geographical origin and is related to the presence of this tree in the Torre de Nogueira region.
Lover of movies and series and everything that involves cinema. An active curious on the networks, always connected to information about the web.