ALVARENGA
Alvarenga
Alvarenga is a surname of Portuguese and Spanish origin, believed to have first originated from the Iberian Peninsula. The name Alvarenga is a toponymic surname, derived from the Galician and Portuguese place name "Alvarenga", which refers to various towns or villages in Portugal and Spain.
Origins:
The surname Alvarenga is derived from the Galician variant "Alvarenga", which in turn comes from the Latin personal name "Alvarus" meaning "noble" or "honourable". The toponymic nature of the surname suggests that early bearers of the name may have originated from one of the places named Alvarenga, or may have been associated with such a place.
Distribution:
The surname Alvarenga is relatively uncommon in the United Kingdom compared to in Portugal and Spanish-speaking countries. Those bearing the surname Alvarenga in the UK may have familial roots tracing back to Portugal or Spain. The name could have been introduced to the UK through migration, trade, or marriage.
Notable Bearers:
- João Alvarenga: A notable Portuguese artist known for his contemporary paintings.
- María Álvarez de la Riva: Spanish author renowned for her historical novels.
References:
For individuals interested in delving deeper into the history and genealogy of the Alvarenga surname, consulting local and national archives, as well as genealogical databases, may provide valuable insights into the origins and spread of the name.
There are approximately 23 people named Alvarenga in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Alvarenga.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Carlos
- Elias
- Luiz
- Marcos
- Maria
Female
- Regina
- Sonia