TheNameDBDe Hoyas
TopographicMeaning
Of the hollows or valleys.
Etymology
From Spanish 'hoyas,' plural of 'hoya,' meaning hollow or valley. The prefix 'de' indicates origin from a place with this characteristic.
About the De Hoyas Surname
A topographic surname derived from geographical features of valleys or hollows in the Iberian Peninsula. The 'de' prefix suggests noble or landed origins in medieval Spanish naming conventions.
Distribution & Frequency
Primarily found in Spanish-speaking regions, particularly Spain and Latin America.