The distinguished Spanish surname Ruivo is of nickname origin, having been derived from a personal or physical characteristic of the original bearer of this surname. In this instance Rubio comes from the Latin word "rubeus" which originally meant "red" and was used to refer to someone who had red hair.
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Early Origins of the Ruivo family
The surname Ruivo was first found in the northern region of Castile, near De Laredo, in the province of Santander.
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Early History of the Ruivo family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Ruivo research. Another 56 words (4 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Ruivo History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Ruivo Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Rubia, Rubias, Roig, Royo, Ruivo and others.
Early Notables of the Ruivo family
Prominent among bearers of the Ruivo family name at this time was the Marquis of Valdeflores, don Manuel Rubio Courtoy, as well as the Marques of Caballero... Another 26 words (2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Ruivo Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Migration of the Ruivo family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Pero Rubio who came to Florida in 1538.
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