López (en. López)
/ˈlopeθ/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
A common surname in the Spanish-speaking world, derived from the proper name 'Lope'.
The surname López is very common in Mexico.
El apellido López es muy común en México.
A name that represents people of different professions and backgrounds.
The López family is very close-knit.
Los López son una familia muy unida.
Etymology
Derives from the proper name 'Lope', which comes from the Latin 'Lupius', meaning wolf.
Common Phrases and Expressions
López from the factory
Reference to a specific person in a work context.
López el de la fábrica
The López family
Expression used to refer to a family with the last name López.
Los López
Related Words
Lope
Proper name from which 'López' derives.
Lope
Lupercio
Variation of the name with roots in 'Lope'.
Lupercio
Slang Meanings
A reliable and hardworking person.
That person is like a López, always helping others.
Esa persona es como un López, siempre ayuda a los demás.
Referring to someone with multiple talents.
That guy is a true López, he does everything.
Ese chico es un verdadero López, hace de todo.