Solera

Solera is a British surname with Spanish origins. The name is derived from the Spanish word 'solera', which refers to the bottom layer or base of a cask or barrel in which wine is matured and blended over a period of time.

The Solera surname is not very common in the United Kingdom but has been adopted by some British families, possibly through ancestral ties to Spain or other Spanish-speaking regions. The variation in spelling, adopting a Spanish origin, indicates a possible connection to the Spanish culture or heritage.

Individuals bearing the Solera surname may have a rich familial history that interweaves British and Spanish traditions, reflecting the diverse heritage and cultural influences prevalent in the British society. The preservation of the Solera surname among certain British families serves as a testament to the lasting impact of ancestral roots on contemporary identities.

There are approximately 40 people named Solera in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Solera.

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

  • Alberto
  • Joe
  • Raymond

Female

  • Juanita
  • Tracy

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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