Najera

Meaning

Derived from the Spanish town of Nájera in La Rioja, indicating origin from that location.

Etymology

The surname is a topographic designation derived from the town of Nájera in the La Rioja region of Spain. The town's name itself may derive from pre-Roman or Arabic linguistic elements, though the exact origin is uncertain.

About the Najera Surname

A Spanish topographic surname indicating origin from the town of Nájera in La Rioja. The name reflects the medieval practice of identifying individuals by their place of origin.

Distribution

Concentrated in Spain, particularly in the La Rioja and Castile regions, with presence in Latin America.

Notable Bearers

Najera family (Spanish nobility)

People with the Najera Surname