The noble Portuguese surname Raposas is of nickname origin, as it is derived from a physical or personal characteristic of the original bearer. In this instance, the surname Raposas comes directly from the Portuguese word "Raposas," translated as "male fox" and in turn derived from the Portuguese "raboso" meaning "tail," with reference to the beautiful furry tail of that animal.
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Early Origins of the Raposas family
The surname Raposas was first found in the regions of Portugal. The Raposas family were descended from the barons of Meneses and prospered throughout the Middle Ages.
Early History of the Raposas family
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Raposas Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Raposos, Raposa, Raposas, Rapoza, Rapozo and others.
Early Notables of the Raposas family
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Migration of the Raposas family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Alvaro Raposo who settled in Dominican Republic in 1513; Gaspar Raposo who arrived in Florida with his brother Simon in 1563; Manuel Raposo who settled in Puerto Rico in 1860.
