CRESPO

Descriptive

Meaning

A descriptive surname derived from Spanish 'crespo,' meaning curly or frizzy, likely referring to curly hair.

Etymology

The surname comes directly from the Spanish adjective 'crespo' (curly, frizzy), which derives from Latin 'crispus'. The name likely originated as a nickname for someone with distinctive curly hair.

About the CRESPO Surname

A Spanish descriptive surname based on a physical characteristic. The name is common throughout Spanish-speaking regions.

Distribution

Found primarily in Spain and Spanish-speaking countries, particularly in Latin America.

Notable Bearers

Crespo family of Spanish nobility and merchants