Pronunciation Spain | ||
Meaning derived from Gaelic Spainneach meaning Spanish, Old French espine meaning thorn bush Region of origin England, Wales; Normandy, France; southern Ireland Related names |
Spain a surname English, Norman, French, Irish in origin, but linked to expatriates, or colonialists, who either had origins in Spain or had spent a significant amount of time there. The evolution of the name came about when the government of each European country introduced personal taxation, known as Poll Tax in England, and surnames became necessary for record keeping.
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