SALVADOR
Salvador
Salvador is a British surname that has its origins in the Hebrew language. It is derived from the medieval personal name "Salomon", which means 'peaceable' or 'peaceful'. The name was first recorded in England following the Norman Conquest in 1066.
The Salvador surname has been found throughout British history, with notable bearers making various contributions to society. It is often associated with individuals of Sephardic Jewish descent who settled in Britain during the Middle Ages.
Over the centuries, the Salvador surname has branched out and spread across different regions of the United Kingdom, becoming more widely dispersed among the population.
Today, the surname Salvador continues to be present in modern Britain, with individuals from diverse backgrounds carrying on the legacy of this historic name.
There are approximately 308 people named Salvador in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Salvador.
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
- Anthony
- Antonio
- Carlos
- Christopher
- David
- Joao
- John
- Jose
- Manuel
- Mark
Female
- Ana
- Anita
- Ann
- Carina
- Carla
- Cynthia
- Maria
- Paula
- Regina
- Silvia
Similar and related surnames
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