About Alcayde
The surname Alcayde is of Spanish origin and is derived from the Arabic word "al-qā'id," meaning "the leader" or "the commander." It is a title that was used during the period of Moorish rule in Spain to refer to a military or administrative leader. Over time, the title became a hereditary surname, and individuals with the surname Alcayde are believed to be descendants of those who held positions of authority or leadership in the past.
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