About Velesquez
The surname Velesquez is of Spanish origin and is derived from the personal name Velasco, which itself comes from the Basque word "belasko" meaning "crow." The name Velesquez is associated with the famous Spanish painter Diego Velázquez, who was known for his portraits of the Spanish royal family during the 17th century. The surname Velesquez is therefore likely to have originated as a patronymic surname, meaning it was derived from the name of a male ancestor.
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