Álvarez (en. Alvarez)

/ˈalβaɾes/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A common surname in Spanish-speaking countries.
The surname Álvarez is very popular in Latin America.
El apellido Álvarez es muy popular en América Latina.
It can refer to people or families with that surname.
The Álvarez are known for their hospitality.
Los Álvarez son conocidos por su hospitalidad.

Etymology

The surname Álvarez comes from the proper name Álvaro, which means 'guard' or 'protector.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Álvarez family
a group of people who share the surname Álvarez.
familia Álvarez
the Álvarez
reference to a specific family with that surname.
los Álvarez

Related Words

Álvaro
Proper name from which the surname Álvarez is derived.
Álvaro
Alvarez
Variation in the spelling of the surname Álvarez.
Alvarez

Slang Meanings

Generic name used to refer to someone from the Álvarez family.
That guy is an Álvarez; he's always at every party.
Ese chico es un Álvarez, siempre está en todas las fiestas.
Used in informal contexts to describe someone very extroverted.
That person is a total Álvarez, always cheering everyone up.
Esa persona es un Álvarez total, siempre animando a todos.