Hernandez (en. Hernandez)

/ɛʁnandes/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A common surname in Spanish-speaking countries.
The Hernández are known for their hospitality.
Los Hernández son conocidos por su hospitalidad.
Usually indicates descent from someone named Hernando.
The surname Hernández comes from the name Hernando.
El apellido Hernández proviene del nombre Hernando.
Used as a patronymic surname.
His full name is Juan Hernández Pérez.
Su nombre completo es Juan Hernández Pérez.

Etymology

The surname Hernández has its origin in the proper name Hernando, which comes from the Germanic 'Hern' and 'nanth', meaning 'brave'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Hernández family
A family that bears the surname Hernández.
familia Hernández
Hernández and company
A phrase that may refer to a business or group led by someone with the surname Hernández.
Hernández y compañía
Hernández at home
Referring to someone from the Hernández family being present.
Hernández en la casa

Related Words

hernandino
Related or belonging to someone with the surname Hernández.
hernandino
hernancito
Usually used affectionately to refer to a child with the surname Hernández.
hernancito
brother
A related word denoting closeness or kinship.
hermano

Slang Meanings

Used to refer to someone in a friendly or colloquial manner.
What's up, Hernández?
¿Qué onda, Hernández?
In informal contexts, it can be used to refer to a friend or buddy when the surname is used.
Let's call Hernández to join us.
Vamos a llamar a Hernández para que se una.