The Spanish surname Ruvalcava is of local origin, being derived from the name of the place of residence of the initial bearer. In this instance, the surname would appear to be derived from a pseudo translation of the Arabic term "Rub al Khali" which means literally "the empty quarter." There is little doubt that this place-name was first introduced into Spain during the Moorish conquest when Tarik the Moorish leader crossed into Gibraltar in the year 711.
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Early Origins of the Ruvalcava family
The surname Ruvalcava was first found in the Castilian province of Santander.
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Early History of the Ruvalcava family
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Ruvalcava Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Rubalcava, Ruvalcava, Ruvalcaba and others.
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Early Notables of the Ruvalcava family
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Migration of the Ruvalcava family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Daniel Rubalcaba, aged 17, who arrived at Ellis Island from Sacabova, Spain, in 1910; Ignacio Rubalcaba, aged 42, who arrived at Ellis Island from Santander, Spain, in 1920.
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