Silvera

Silvera is a British surname of Jewish origin. The name Silvera is derived from the Latin word "silvarum," meaning forest, and was often given to those who lived near or worked in woodlands. The name has its roots in Sephardic Jewish communities, particularly those of Spanish and Portuguese descent.

The first recorded instance of the surname Silvera in the United Kingdom dates back to the early 18th century, with individuals bearing this name spreading across various regions of the country over time.

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Today, the surname Silvera continues to be found in British records and amongst families of Jewish heritage, contributing to the diverse tapestry of British surnames.

There are approximately 270 people named Silvera in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Silvera.

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

  • Colin
  • David
  • Earl
  • Gregory
  • Henry
  • Jon
  • Liam
  • Luke
  • Martin
  • Michael
  • Patrick
  • Paul
  • Quinton
  • Robert

Female

  • Beverley
  • Clarissa
  • Jean
  • Jennifer
  • Joanne
  • Juliet
  • Kelly
  • Lesley
  • Lisa
  • Michelle
  • Natalie
  • Norma
  • Pamela
  • Sandra
  • Sophie

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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