About Velasques
The surname Velasques is of Spanish origin and is derived from the medieval given name Velasco. It is believed to have originated from the Basque region of Spain. The name Velasco is derived from the Basque words "belasko" or "belatz" meaning "crow" or "raven." Therefore, the surname Velasques is likely to have originally been a nickname for someone with dark hair or a dark complexion.
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