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The last name Alvarez Moreno has its origins in the Iberian Peninsula, particularly in Spain, where it is a patronymic surname derived from the given name "Alvaro," meaning "guardian" or "elf army" in Gothic. The suffix "ez" indicates "son of," thus Alvarez translates to "son of Alvaro." The addition of "Moreno," which means "brunette" or "dark-skinned" in Spanish, likely refers to a physical characteristic of an ancestor, suggesting that the original bearers of the name may have had darker features. This surname is prevalent in various regions of Spain and Latin America, reflecting the historical migration patterns and the influence of Spanish colonization. Variations of the surname can be found in different cultures, such as "Alvarez" alone, or in altered forms like "Alvares" in Portuguese-speaking countries. The name has maintained its significance across generations, often associated with familial lineage and heritage.