HERNANDEZ
Hernandez
Hernandez is a British surname derived from the Spanish and Portuguese given name "Hernando," which means "Journey," and is ultimately derived from the Germanic name "Herinand." The surname is relatively rare in Britain, mostly associated with individuals of Hispanic descent or families with Spanish or Portuguese heritage who have settled in the United Kingdom.
The Hernandez surname can be found among diverse communities in Britain, particularly in urban areas with larger populations of people with Hispanic backgrounds. It has become more prevalent in recent years, reflecting the growing cultural diversity of British society.
Individuals bearing the surname Hernandez have made contributions to various fields, including sports, entertainment, academia, and business. The surname represents a part of Britain's rich tapestry of multicultural heritage and illustrates the country's openness to people from different backgrounds and origins.
There are approximately 1,902 people named Hernandez in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,388th most common surname in Britain. Around 29 in a million people in Britain are named Hernandez.
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
- Daniel
- David
- Francisco
- Javier
- John
- Jorge
- Jose
- Juan
- Luis
- Michael
- Robert
Female
- Alexandra
- Ana
- Anna
- Carmen
- Cristina
- Maria
- Nina
- Sarah
- Stephanie
- Susan
- Vanessa
- Yvonne