About Morantes
The surname Morantes is of Spanish origin and is derived from the word "morante," which means "dark-skinned" or "swarthy" in Spanish. It is a descriptive surname that was likely used to identify individuals with a darker complexion or hair color. The name may have originated as a nickname or an occupational name for someone who worked in a profession that involved exposure to the sun, such as farming or fishing. Over time, the surname Morantes has been passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary family name.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Morantes based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Morantes in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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