There are
3789
Alvaress in the USA
Alvares is the
8673rd
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Alvares

Afonsode

Portuguese naval general, known for establishing Portuguese dominance in the Indian Ocean during the 16th century.

FerdinandMagellan

Portuguese explorer who led the first circumnavigation of the Earth, serving under the Spanish crown in the 16th century.

PedroÁlvares

Portuguese explorer who is credited with the discovery of Brazil in the 16th century.

Luisde

Spanish conquistador who played a significant role in the conquest of Mexico in the 16th century.

FernandoÁlvarez

Spanish noble and military commander, known for his role in the Spanish conquest of the Netherlands in the 16th century.

Alvares Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Alvares has origins in the Iberian Peninsula, particularly in Portugal and Spain.
Geographic DistributionAlvares is found in various regions of Portugal and Spain, as well as among their respective diaspora communities worldwide.
VariationsVariations of Alvares include Alvarez, Álvarez, Alves, Alvares, and Alvarès.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname Alvares occurred primarily during the Age of Discovery (15th to 18th centuries), with Portuguese and Spanish explorers and colonizers spreading their influence across the globe. Migration and immigration were driven by the desire for exploration, trade, conquest, and colonization of new territories.