About Gamas
The surname Gamas is of Portuguese origin and is derived from the word "gama," which means "a type of fishing net" in Portuguese. It is believed to have originated as an occupational surname for someone involved in fishing or related activities. The name Gamas may also have connections to the historical figure Vasco da Gama, a Portuguese explorer who played a significant role in the Age of Discovery. Overall, the surname Gamas is associated with fishing and maritime activities in Portuguese culture.
The surname Gamas is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Gamas 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 Gamas is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Gamas in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Gamas using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.