Echevarria

Echevarria is a surname of Basque origin, commonly found in Spain but also present in other Spanish-speaking countries such as Mexico and Argentina. The name is believed to have originated from the Basque words "Etxe" meaning house and "Barri" meaning new.

The surname Echevarria can be traced back to medieval times in the Basque region, with variations in spelling according to the dialect and pronunciation of the area. Over time, families carrying the name spread to different parts of Spain and then to other parts of the world through migration and colonisation.

Notable individuals with the surname include Spanish playwright Paloma Pedrero Echevarría, renowned for her contributions to contemporary Spanish theatre. Members of the Echevarria family have made significant contributions in various fields such as arts, politics, and sports.

Overall, the surname Echevarria holds historical significance within Basque culture and has made an impact across different regions globally.

There are approximately 50 people named Echevarria in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Echevarria.

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

  • Carlos
  • Ferdinand
  • Joseph
  • Michael
  • Nicolas

Female

  • Jane
  • Lurdes
  • Patricia

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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