LOURO
Louro
Louro is a British surname with origins stemming from the Iberian Peninsula, particularly Portugal and Spain. The name has historical significance and is associated with families who may have migrated to the United Kingdom. The pronunciation of "Louro" is often phonetically rendered as "LOO-roh."
This surname may have various meanings and etymologies. One interpretation suggests that "Louro" is derived from the Old Spanish or Portuguese word for the laurel tree – "loureiro" – and could have been used to denote someone living near such trees or derived from the characteristics of this plant.
Individuals bearing the surname Louro can be found across different regions of the United Kingdom, with notable concentrations in areas with historical ties to Portuguese and Spanish populations.
The Louro surname is part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the diverse histories of the people who have made the UK their home over the centuries.
There are approximately 103 people named Louro in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Louro.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Carlos
- Goncalo
- Orlando
- Pedro
Female
- Carla
- Cristina
- Teresa
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.