Curiel
Curiel Meaning & Origin
About Curiel
The surname Curiel is of Spanish and Portuguese origin. It is derived from the Latin word "curialis," which means "of the court." The name likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked in or had a connection to a royal or noble court. Over time, it became a hereditary surname passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Curiel can be found in various parts of the world, particularly in Spain, Portugal, and their former colonies.
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Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Curiel is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Curiel: 9,983
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 3,571
- Frequency per 100k people: 3.38
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Curiel based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Curiel is not currently available.
Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Curiel in Braille
Here's how to represent Curiel in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Curiel using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Curiel using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
