Sandoval (en. Sandoval)
/san.do.val/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Spanish surname, common in some Spanish-speaking countries.
The surname Sandoval is very well known in Mexico.
El apellido Sandoval es muy conocido en México.
Use in historical or geographical contexts related to nobility or towns.
The Sandoval family has a long tradition in the history of Spain.
La familia Sandoval tiene una larga tradición en la historia de España.
Etymology
The origin of the surname 'Sandoval' is related to geography and the ancient Spanish nobility.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Sandoval family
Reference to the members of the family with the surname Sandoval.
familia Sandoval
Sandoval in history
Use of the surname in historical contexts.
Sandoval en la historia
Related Words
nobles
Members of the nobility.
nobles
heraldry
Study of coats of arms and surnames.
heráldica
Slang Meanings
Colloquial reference to the Sandoval family in family or social contexts.
Everyone at the party knew the Sandovals; they were the most popular.
Todos en la fiesta conocían a los Sandoval, eran los más populares.
Use of the surname in family jokes or anecdotes.
When they say 'we are from the Sandoval family,' everyone laughs.
Cuando dicen 'somos de la familia Sandoval', todos se ríen.