Summary
A Spanish surname of uncertain origin, Rojas is believed to have originated from the geographical region of Roja in Spain. It is commonly associated with individuals of Spanish and Latin American descent.108421
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most common last name in the USAHistorical figures and celebrities called Rojas
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Francisco de Rojas Zorrilla was a Spanish playwright of the 17th century, considered one of the most important playwrights of the Spanish Golden Age.RicardoRojas
Ricardo Rojas was an Argentine writer, historian, and educator who played a significant role in the cultural development of Argentina in the early 20th century.MartaRojas
Marta Rojas is a Cuban journalist and writer known for her coverage of the Cuban Revolution and her memoir about her experiences as a journalist under Fidel Castro's government.Luisde
Luis de Rojas was a Spanish painter of the Baroque period, known for his religious and historical paintings.LauraRojas-Marcos
Laura Rojas-Marcos is a Spanish psychiatrist and writer known for her self-help books and her work on emotional well-being.CarlosRojas
Carlos Rojas is a Chinese-American writer and translator, known for his translations of contemporary Chinese literature into English.AliRojas
Ali Rojas is a Venezuelan soccer player who has played for various teams in the Venezuelan Primera División.AnaRojas
Ana Rojas is a Colombian actress known for her roles in telenovelas and Colombian films.MarioRojas
Mario Rojas is a Mexican politician who has served in various government positions, including as a senator.MaritzaRojas
Maritza Rojas is a Costa Rican journalist and news anchor known for her work in television news.Rojas Genealogy
OriginsThe surname 'Rojas' is of Spanish origin. It is derived from the Spanish word for 'red' and was originally used to describe someone with red hair or a ruddy complexion.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Rojas' is most commonly found in Spain and countries with a significant Spanish-speaking population, such as Mexico, Argentina, and Colombia.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Rojas' include 'Rojo' and 'Rodia.'