Rivas - Last Names

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Rivas

/ˈriːvəs/

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Meaning

From the riverside or place near the river

Represents connection to nature, particularly flowing water, symbolizing life, continuity, and movement through time and landscape.

Symbolism

Embodies fluidity, strength, and grounding—linked to natural elements and ancestral lineage, suggesting stability and enduring presence.

Etymology: Derived from the Spanish word 'rivas', plural of 'riba', meaning 'bank' or 'shore', ultimately from Latin 'ripa', referring to riverbanks; used as a habitational surname for those living near such areas.

Style & Origin

traditional
latin

Cultural Background

Of Spanish origin, Rivas is a toponymic surname derived from places named Rivas in Spain and Latin A

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