Verduga History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Spain

Etymology of Verduga

What does the name Verduga mean?

The distinguished surname Verduga is of Spanish origin, being derived from the trade or profession of the original bearer of the name.The surname comes directly from the Castilian word "verdugo" which is a variant of "verde" deriving from the Latin word "viridis," meaning "green." The word "verdugo" is translated as "hangman, public executioner" or officer of justice.

Early Origins of the Verduga family

The surname Verduga was first found in the area of Arévalo, in the province of Avila.

Early History of the Verduga family

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Verduga Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Verduga, Berdugo and others.

Early Notables of the Verduga family

Prominent among bearers of the Verduga family name at this time was Nicolas Verdugo de Sepulveda, son of Francisco Verdugo and Teresa de Sepulveda, who served under the Kings Carlos...
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Verduga migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Verduga Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

John Verduga who settled in Philadelphia in 1817