what does the last name bastardo mean for example antonio bastardo

Question

what does bastardo mean in spanish as a last name for example antonio bastardo

Answer 1

In this case "Bastardo" in Spanish is simply a last name. It has no negative connotation.

As in English Anthony Miller, would not necessarily mean the guy that runs the grinding mill.

Actually, this is how many names started. In ancient times, commoners were known by their professions, so Anthony would have been known as "Anthony the miller." As time progressed and speakers became lazier, the name of the profession became a family name - 005faa61, Jul 24, 2011

Entre griegos y romanos, se usaba normalmente el patronímico. También entre los judíos. En España muchos patronímicos fueron sincopados o en nominativo. Muchos otros apellidos provienen de cualidades o defectos de personas, como sucedió con "Bastardo". - Agora, Jul 24, 2011

Answer 2

You could also refer to William of Normandy.

That´s right - places, professions, and even unfortunate situations like the case with Antonio, whose parents were not married. But it sure unfair to the poor kid - 005faa61, Jul 24, 2011

¿Los padres de Antonio no estaban casados? "Bastardo" es solo el apellido de Antonio, el indicado la pregunta. No implica connotación alguna sobre su estado civil o el de sus padres. - Agora, Jul 25, 2011

Answer 3

A negative attribute could be "Antonio el Bastardo" or "Antonio es un Bastardo"... In this sentence Bastardo it's only the last name.

Answer 4

Perhaps it comes from an old variety of grape or perhaps from the name of a town.

Answer 5

Click here to see its translation.