MASCARENAS
Mascarenas
Mascarenas is a surname of Portuguese and Spanish origin that has a rich history and is predominantly found in the Iberian Peninsula and its former colonies, including Brazil, Spain, and Portugal.
The surname Mascarenas is believed to have originated from the Mascarene Islands, a group of islands in the Indian Ocean, named after Pedro Mascarenhas, a Portuguese explorer who navigated and named the islands in the 16th century. Mascarenas is thought to be a derivative of Mascarenhas, a common Portuguese surname.
Individuals with the surname Mascarenas have contributed significantly to various fields, including politics, arts, and academia. The name often implies a connection to Portuguese or Spanish heritage, highlighting the diverse cultural influences that have shaped the British population over the centuries.
Today, the surname Mascarenas can be found among British citizens of Portuguese or Spanish descent, reflecting the ongoing cultural interchange between Britain and the Iberian Peninsula. The surname serves as a reminder of the complex historical connections that link different regions of the world through migration, exploration, and trade.
There are approximately 17 people named Mascarenas in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Mascarenas.
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
- Keith
- Malcolm
- Shirley
Female
- Deborah
- Linda
- Maureen
Similar and related surnames
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