Almeida

Almeida is a British surname with origins in Portugal. The surname is believed to have been brought to the United Kingdom by Portuguese expatriates or immigrants throughout history. The name Almeida is of toponymic origin, derived from various places in Portugal called Almeida, meaning "a grove of poplar trees" in Portuguese.

The Almeida surname is relatively uncommon in the UK and is typically found in areas with higher Portuguese immigrant populations, such as London, Manchester, and Birmingham. Individuals with the surname Almeida may have a rich cultural heritage with ties to Portugal.

Notable individuals with the surname Almeida may include artists, writers, academics, or professionals who have made significant contributions to their fields of expertise. The Almeida surname represents a connection to Portuguese heritage and its influence on the multicultural fabric of Britain.

There are approximately 2,026 people named Almeida in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,172nd most common surname in Britain. Around 31 in a million people in Britain are named Almeida.

Origin: Iberian

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Spain

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Spanish

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Antonio
  • Bruno
  • Carlos
  • Daniel
  • Joao
  • Joaquim
  • Jose
  • Luis
  • Manuel
  • Paul
  • Paulo
  • Pedro
  • Richard

Female

  • Ana
  • Carla
  • Claudia
  • Isabel
  • Joana
  • Maria
  • Mildred
  • Patricia
  • Paula
  • Ramona
  • Sandra
  • Vera

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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