Varelas History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Etymology of Varelas

The illustrious Spanish and Portuguese surname Varelas is a proud sign of a rich and ancient heritage. The surname Varelas had its origins in a toponym, that is, taken from the name of one of places so named in Spain. Etymologically the word "Varelas" comes from the Spanish "vara", with the diminutive suffix "-ela", giving the meaning of "small rod."

Early Origins of the Varelas family

Early History of the Varelas family

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Varelas Spelling Variations

In the medieval era, many different cultural groups lived in the German states. There are thus many regional variations of German surnames from that era. Westphalians spoke Low German, which is similar to modern Dutch. Many German names carry suffixes that identify where they came from. Others have phrases attached that identify something about the original bearer. Other variations in German names resulted from the fact that medieval scribes worked without the aid of any spelling rules. The spelling variations of the name Varelas include Varela, Varala, Varella and others.

Early Notables of the Varelas family

was Francisco Varela (c. 1580-1645), a Spanish Baroque painter. Born in Seville, today his works are very scarce, but we do know there are two representations of the Last Supper, one of them made in 1622, and the other appears in the Museum of Fine Arts of Seville. His Portrait of Martinez...
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