About Orellano
The surname Orellano is of Spanish origin and is derived from the place name Orellana, which refers to various towns and villages in Spain. The name is believed to have originated from the Latin word "aurum," meaning "gold," and the suffix "-anus," denoting "belonging to." Therefore, the surname Orellano can be interpreted to mean "belonging to the place of gold" or "from the town of Orellana." It is a toponymic surname, indicating that it was originally used to identify individuals based on their place of origin.
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