The Spanish family name Neiras is of ancient and noble descent, and is classified as being of habitation origin. In this particular instance, the name Neiras was taken from the place named Neira. The etymology of the Galician word "neira" lies in the Basque term "nerea" meaning "bog of ferns."
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Early Origins of the Neiras family
The surname Neiras was first found in the northwestern province of Galicia, where the family held their ancestral seat. The first references to the name Neiras are from the 10th century and mention the first title of nobility being granted to a family member.
Early History of the Neiras family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Neiras research. Another 84 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1541, 1595 and 1665 are included under the topic Early Neiras History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Sancho de Neira, a knight who helped King Fernando III "the Saint" during the conquest of Sevilla. Once he became landed gentry, he was armed with the uniform of the Military Order of La Banda in 1665... Another 37 words (3 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Neiras Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Migration of the Neiras family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Esteban Neyra, who came to Puerto Rico in 1803; Manuel Neira Santa Marina who settled in Puerto Rico in 1858; and Andres Neira Martinez who arrived in Puerto Rico in 1860..
