Tapia - Last Names

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Tapia

/ˈtɑːpiə/

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Moderate

Meaning

From the place name Tapia, meaning 'place of oaks' or 'oak grove'

Represents connection to land, ancestry, and natural strength, symbolizing stability and endurance through generations.

Symbolism

Embodies rootedness, resilience, and familial continuity, often linked to rural origins and noble simplicity.

Etymology: Derived from the Galician and Spanish word 'tapia', meaning 'rammed earth wall' or from place names like Tapia de Casariego in Asturias, Spain; originally referring to someone from a locality characterized by earthen walls or oak trees.

Style & Origin

traditional
latin

Cultural Background

Of Spanish origin, Tapia is rooted in the Iberian Peninsula and is commonly found in Spain and Latin

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