DEFARIA
Also recorded as De Faria, De'Faria, De'faria, de Faria
Defaria
Defaria is a rare British surname that has Portuguese origins. It is believed to have been introduced to the United Kingdom by Portuguese immigrants. The name is pronounced "deh-far-ee-ah" and is often spelled with a capital "F".
Origins and Meaning
The surname Defaria is a toponymic surname, meaning that it is derived from a place name. In this case, "de Faria" translates to "of Faria" in Portuguese, indicating that the original bearers of the surname may have come from a place called Faria in Portugal. The name Defaria can also be linked to the Portuguese word "faro", which means "lighthouse". This connection suggests that the name may have been used to denote someone who lived near a lighthouse or had a connection to such a location.
Distribution and Variations
The Defaria surname is relatively uncommon in the United Kingdom, with a small number of individuals carrying this name. Variations of the surname may include De Faria or DeFaria.
Notable Individuals
There are no widely recognised public figures or historical figures associated with the surname Defaria. However, individuals with this surname may have made contributions to various fields without gaining widespread fame.
References
- Hanks, Patrick, and Flavia Hodges. A Dictionary of Surnames. Oxford University Press, 1988.
- Reaney, P. H., and R. M. Wilson. A Dictionary of English Surnames. 3rd ed., Routledge, 1991.
Sorry, we don't have any statistics on this name. That's probably because it's very uncommon in Britain.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: France
Language of origin: French
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