Hernández Family Crest and Surname Origin
A short guide to the Hernández surname: its meaning, its roots in Spain, and its heraldry.
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Origin of the Hernández name
Hernández means "son of Hernando", a form of Fernando, from the Germanic Frithunand, combining peace and boldness. It is especially common in the Canary Islands and central Spain and became one of the most frequent surnames in Mexico, Cuba and the United States.
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This overview covers the Hernández name in Spain. We also hold records of the name in other countries, such as Mexico, Cuba and the United States; your full pack is researched for your family's country of origin.
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Hernández name FAQ
What does the Hernández name mean?
Son of Hernando (Fernando). Common variants include Fernández, Hernandes, Fernandes.
Where does the Hernández surname come from?
It originates in Spain, and is also found in Mexico, Cuba and the United States.
Is there a Hernández coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Hernández crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Hernández coat of arms based on historic heraldry.
Researched by Herald Lab Research Studio, since 1993. Sources: Dictionary of American Family Names (Oxford); US Census Bureau 2010.