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Contreras

/kɔnˈtɾeɾas/

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Meaning

From the place called Contreras

Represents ancestral connection and geographic heritage, symbolizing rootedness and family lineage.

Symbolism

Embodies regional pride, historical continuity, and familial identity within Hispanic cultures.

Etymology: Derived from the Spanish word 'contreras,' itself originating from the Latin phrase 'contra rupes,' meaning 'against the rocks' or 'on the rocky slope,' referring to a geographical feature near the original settlement in Burgos, Spain.

Style & Origin

traditional

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european

Cultural Background

Originating in Spain, Contreras is a toponymic surname tied to a place in the province of Burgos. It

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