Correia History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Spain

Etymology of Correia

What does the name Correia mean?

The ancient Spanish surname Correia originates in Castile, Spain. The root word correa is from the Latin corrigia meaning 'fastening', from corrigere 'to straighten', 'to correct' and as such was an occupational name for a maker or seller or belts or leather straps. From this early origin, the name grew to mean 'leather strap' or 'belt.'

Early Origins of the Correia family

The surname Correia was first found in Castile, in north central Spain.

Early History of the Correia family

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Correia Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Correa, Corea, Correas, Correaz, Coreas, Coreaz, Correass Coreazz, Coria and many more.

Early Notables of the Correia family

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Correia Ranking

the United States, the name Correia is the 3,977^th most popular surname with an estimated 7,461 people with that name. 1 However, in France, the name Correia is ranked the 1,088^th most popular surname with an estimated 4,960 people with that name. 2

Correia migration to the United States +

Correia Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

J. Correia, aged 25, Portuguese settler who arrived in New York aboard the ship "Audorinha" in 1851 3
J. Correia, aged 19, Portuguese settler who arrived in New York aboard the ship "Audorinha" in 1851 3
John Correia, aged 47, Portuguese settler who arrived in New York aboard the ship "South America" in 1873 3
Manuel Correia, aged 36, Portuguese settler who arrived in New York aboard the ship "Benguella" in 1890 3
Jose Correia, aged 31, Portuguese settler who arrived in New York aboard the ship "Benguella" in 1890 3
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Correia Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Anna Mauricia Correia, aged 65, who immigrated to the United States, in 1902
Antonio de Souza Correia, aged 8, who landed in America from Augra, Terceira, Portugal, in 1909
Alfonso Nunes Correia, aged 28, who landed in America from Oliva Hospal, Portugal, in 1916
Antonio Correia, aged 34, who immigrated to America from B. Aires, Argentina, in 1916
Antonio Correia, aged 30, who landed in America, in 1917
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Contemporary Notables of the name Correia (post 1700) +

Jasiel F. Correia II (b. 1991), American politician and prior mayor of Fall River, Massachusetts
Amy Correia (b. 1968), American singer and songwriter
Larry Correia (b. 1977), American New York Times bestselling fantasy novelist, best known for his Monster Hunters series
Maritza Correia (b. 1981), American five-time gold, three-time silver and bronze medalist swimmer
Kevin John Correia (b. 1980), American Major League Baseball pitcher for the Minnesota Twins
Nicola Correia -Damude (b. 1981), Canadian actress known for The Strain (2015) and Shadowhunters (2016-2019)
Artur Manuel Soares Correia (1950-2016), Portuguese footballer
António Mendes Correia (1888-1960), Portuguese anthropologist, physician and scientist
Adriano Correia Claro (b. 1984), known simply Adriano, a Brazilian professional footballer
... (Another 5 notables are available in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.)

Sources +

"What are the 5,000 Most Common Last Names in the U.S.?". NameCensus.com, https://namecensus.com/last-names/
http://www.journaldesfemmes.com/nom-de-famille/nom/
Ellis Island Search retrieved 21st October 2021. Retrieved from https://heritage.statueofliberty.org/passenger-result