TheNameDBBetencourt
TopographicMeaning
From a place name meaning 'beautiful court' or referring to a fortified settlement.
Etymology
Derived from Spanish/Portuguese 'bello' (beautiful) and 'corte' (court), or possibly from a specific place name in Iberia. The surname indicates origin from a notable estate or settlement.
About the Betencourt Surname
Betencourt is an Iberian surname of topographic origin, likely derived from a place name. It has spread throughout Spanish and Portuguese-speaking regions.
Distribution
Found primarily in Spain, Portugal, and Latin American countries with Iberian heritage.
Notable Bearers
Various historical figures in Spanish and Portuguese nobility