About Orobio
The surname Orobio is of Sephardic Jewish origin and is derived from the Hebrew name "Uri" meaning "my light" or "my fire." It is believed to have originated in Spain during the medieval period. The Orobio family, like many other Sephardic Jews, faced persecution and expulsion during the Spanish Inquisition and subsequently dispersed to various parts of the world. Today, descendants of the Orobio family can be found in different countries, particularly in the Netherlands and the Americas.
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The surname Orobio is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Orobio 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 Orobio in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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