Cervantez History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe prestigious surname Cervantez originated in Spain, a country which has figured prominently in world affairs for hundreds of years. Early Origins of the Cervantez familyThe surname Cervantez was first found in Castile, a prominent Christian kingdom of medieval Spain. Early History of the Cervantez familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Cervantez research. Another 107 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1100, 1547, 1571, 1575, 1605, 1615 and 1616 are included under the topic Early Cervantez History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Cervantez Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Cervantes, de Cervantes, Cervántez and many more. Early Notables of the Cervantez familyProminent among members of the family was sixteenth century writer and historian Francisco Cervantes de Salazar, who taught at universities both in Spain and in Mexico. Of course the best known family member was Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra (1547-1616), illustrious author of "Don Quijote de la Mancha", Spain's most famous novel. Born in Alcalá de Henares, near Madrid, he was the son of Rodrigo de Cervantes and Leonor de Cortinas, both of noble lineage. He fought for Spain at the great naval battle of Lepanto in 1571, during which he... Cervantez RankingIn the United States, the name Cervantez is the 6,712nd most popular surname with an estimated 4,974 people with that name. 1
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Cervantez Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Cervantez Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
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