MELO
Melo
Melo is a British surname derived from the Portuguese word for "apple". The surname is of Iberian origin and is found predominantly among Portuguese and Brazilian populations.
The Melo surname likely originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near an apple orchard or was involved in the cultivation of apples. Over time, the name became hereditary and passed down through generations.
As with many surnames, Melo has evolved and spread to various parts of the world due to migration and globalization. Today, individuals with the surname Melo can be found in countries beyond Portugal and Brazil, including the United Kingdom.
The name Melo may have variations in spelling and pronunciation throughout different regions and families. It is important to note that variants and adaptations of the surname Melo exist, reflecting the diverse histories and genealogies of individuals bearing this name.
There are approximately 392 people named Melo in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Melo.
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
- Alvaro
- Bruno
- Carlos
- Diogo
- Eduardo
- Joao
- Jose
- Luis
- Nuno
- Paulo
- Pedro
- Ricardo
- Roberto
- Rui
Female
- Ana
- Carla
- Luciana
- Marcela
- Maria
- Patricia
- Sandra
- Sara
- Sarah
- Sonia
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.