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Etymology of Ruves

What does the name Ruves mean?

The distinguished Spanish surname Ruves is of nickname origin, having been derived from a personal or physical characteristic of the original bearer of this surname. In this instance Rubio comes from the Latin word "rubeus" which originally meant "red" and was used to refer to someone who had red hair.

Early Origins of the Ruves family

The surname Ruves was first found in the northern region of Castile, near De Laredo, in the province of Santander.

Early History of the Ruves family

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Ruves Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Rubia, Rubias, Roig, Royo, Ruivo and others.

Early Notables of the Ruves family

the Marquis of Valdeflores, don Manuel Rubio Courtoy, as well as the Marques of Caballero, dona Margarita Rubio Moyano, the Marquis of Casa Rabago, don Joaquin Rubio...
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Migration of the Ruves family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Pero Rubio who came to Florida in 1538.



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