Discover people named Manuela Herrera Delgado

The last name Herrera Delgado has its origins in Spain, specifically linked to the Spanish word "herrera," which means "smith" or "ironworker," indicating that the name likely originated as an occupational surname for those involved in metalworking or blacksmithing. The surname is prevalent in various regions of Spain, particularly in areas with a strong historical presence of metalworking trades. The addition of "Delgado," meaning "slender" or "thin" in Spanish, may have been used to describe a physical characteristic of an ancestor or to distinguish between individuals with the same first name. Variations of the surname can be found in different Spanish-speaking countries, where it may be spelled or pronounced differently, such as "Herrerra" or "Delgado" alone, which is also a common surname. The combination of these two surnames reflects a rich cultural heritage and the importance of both occupation and physical traits in the formation of family names in Spanish history.