This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: leonel138 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.caribbean.cuba.general/3776.4006.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi Olivia, I am responding to your question regarding the origins of the Figueredo Family. The origins of the name Figueredo, which means fig tree, can be traced back to the Spanish inquisition when jews where given the opportunity to change their names and their religion. As far as I can determine, the name Figueredo and its Portuguese variations, originated from the west coast of Iberia, predominately Portugal and Galicia. I am attaching a photo of road sign that I took while traveling through Galicia a few years back. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.