Arroyo - Last Names

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Arroyo

/əˈrɔɪ.oʊ/

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Meaning

Stream or small river

Represents a connection to nature, flow, and life-sustaining water sources; symbolizes movement, continuity, and nourishment.

Symbolism

Embodies fluidity, resilience, and the passage of time; often associated with tranquility, natural beauty, and environmental harmony.

Etymology: From the Spanish word 'arroyo', meaning 'stream' or 'brook', which itself comes from Vulgar Latin *arrugia*, related to gullies or watercourses. It was historically used as a topographic surname for someone living near a stream.

Style & Origin

nature inspired
latin

Cultural Background

Of Spanish origin, Arroyo is a toponymic surname derived from geographical features, commonly found

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