Show ContentsPastrano History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

The noble surname Pastrano is of Spanish descent and has proved to be an influential surname throughout history. the surname is of toponymic origin, having derived from the name of the place where its original bearer was born or resided. The surname Pastrano was initially used to identify a person from the town of Pastrana. The etymology of this surname lies in the Portuguese and Galician word "pastrano, pastrana" which signifies "rustic."

Early Origins of the Pastrano family

The surname Pastrano was first found in the province of Guadalajara in the ancient Christian kingdom of Castile. However, early records show that branches were established during the early Middle Ages in the Valle de Mena, and in the town of Laredo.

Early History of the Pastrano family

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Pastrano Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Pastrano, Pastranas and others.

Early Notables of the Pastrano family

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Migration of the Pastrano family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Hernando De Pastrana who settled in Peru in 1534; Maria De Pastrana who came to New Spain in 1565; Tomas De Pastrana Perales who arrived in Cartagena in 1574.



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