FIGUEIRA
Figueira
Figueira is a British surname with origins in Portugal. The surname may have been brought to the United Kingdom through migration or historical ties between the two countries. The name Figueira is derived from the Portuguese word for "fig tree," indicating that the original bearers of the surname may have lived near or worked with fig trees.
Individuals with the surname Figueira can be found across the United Kingdom and may have diverse ancestry and backgrounds. The spread of the surname could be attributed to historical events, such as immigration, trade, or cultural exchanges between Portugal and Britain.
The surname Figueira is relatively uncommon in Britain compared to more traditional British surnames but carries with it a sense of ancestry and heritage from Portugal. Those who bear the surname Figueira may feel a connection to their Portuguese roots or may simply cherish the unique history and significance of their family name.
There are approximately 395 people named Figueira in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Figueira.
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
- Carlos
- Daniel
- Joao
- John
- Jose
- Joseph
- Luis
- Luiz
- Manuel
- Paulo
- Tristram
Female
- Ana
- Carla
- Catia
- Claudia
- Dina
- Diva
- Lucia
- Marcia
- Maria
- Mary
- Paula
- Sonia
- Susana
- Valerie