Riojas History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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• Spain

Etymology of Riojas

The noble Spanish surname Riojas, is of toponymic origin, deriving from a place name where the original bearer resided or held land. The surname Riojas thus means "one who hailed from La Rioja."The region of La Rioja takes its name from the river Oja which flows through it. Over time, the Spanish word "rio," or "river," became fused with the name of the river, resulting in Rioja.

Early Origins of the Riojas family

Early History of the Riojas family

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Riojas Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Riojas, Riojana and others.

Early Notables of the Riojas family

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Riojas Ranking

the United States, the name Riojas is the 6,062^nd most popular surname with an estimated 4,974 people with that name. 1