FLORES

Source: Spanish, Portuguese

Root Word: flor (from Latin flos, floris)

Derived From: Plural form of "flor" (flower) in Spanish and Portuguese

Meaning: Etymologically, it means "flowers" (plural). As a surname, it can refer to: 1. Place name origin: from the numerous towns or regions in Spanish or Portuguese-speaking areas named "Flores" or similar names (meaning "places where flowers bloom"). 2. Descriptive origin: refers to people who live in a place full of flowers, or occupations related to flower cultivation and sales. 3. In rare cases, it may also be derived from a maternal or patronymic name, but it is mainly a place name or descriptive origin.

Popularity History: The surname "Flores" is very common in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries. With the exploration and colonization of Spain and Portugal since the 15th century, the surname has spread widely to Latin America (such as Mexico, Argentina, Peru, etc.), the Philippines, and parts of the United States. In the United States, due to the continued growth of Latin American immigrants, "Flores" has become one of the most common surnames, especially in the southwestern states.