Lupu

The surname Lupu is of Romanian origin, commonly found in the United Kingdom among individuals of Romanian descent. The name Lupu is derived from the Romanian word "lup," which translates to "wolf" in English.

The Lupu surname is not as common in the UK as some other Romanian surnames, but its bearers have contributed to the cultural diversity and heritage of the nation. Those with the surname Lupu may have ancestors who were known for qualities associated with the wolf in Romanian folklore, such as strength, courage, and loyalty.

As with many surnames, variations in spelling and pronunciation may exist depending on regional influences and historical factors. The Lupu surname carries a sense of identity and history for those who bear it, linking them to their Romanian roots and ancestry.

There are approximately 116 people named Lupu in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Lupu.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Adrian
  • Alexandru
  • Bogdan
  • Constantin
  • Cristian
  • Daniel
  • Florin
  • Ioan
  • Marius
  • Mircea
  • Octavian
  • Sergiu

Female

  • Alexandra
  • Ana
  • Andreea
  • Carmen
  • Daniela
  • Elena
  • Maria
  • Marian
  • Mihaela
  • Roxana

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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