DUENAS
Duenas
Origin: The surname Duenas is of Spanish origin and is derived from the Spanish word "duena", which means lady or mistress. It is believed that the surname Duenas was originally a title of respect given to the head of a noble household or a woman of high social standing in Spain.
Distribution: While the surname Duenas has its roots in Spain, it has also been found in other parts of the world due to migration and dispersal of populations. The surname Duenas is not widely prevalent in Britain, but there are individuals and families with this surname residing in various regions of the country.
Notable Individuals:
- Antonio Duenas: A Spanish football player known for his skills as a midfielder.
- Lourdes Duenas: A Spanish artist renowned for her contemporary art installations.
Coat of Arms: The Duenas family may have a coat of arms or heraldic insignia, bestowed upon them to signify their noble status or achievements. The design and symbols on the coat of arms would vary depending on the specific family lineage.
Variations: Variant spellings or forms of the surname Duenas may include Duenes, Duena, and Duenez.
References:
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (Eds.). (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
- Cottle, B. (2001). The Penguin Dictionary of Surnames. Penguin Books.
There are approximately 84 people named Duenas in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Duenas.
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
- Alfred
- Christopher
- John
- Jorge
- Nicholas
Female
- Ann
- Jasmine