Type Surname (from location)
Pronounced Pron. mee-RAN-da(Spanish)  [key·IPA]

Meaning & History

Habitational name from any of the numerous places in Spain and Portugal bearing this name, possibly derived from Latin mirandus "admirable, wonderful". A notable bearer was the Portuguese-born Brazilian singer and actress Carmen Miranda (1909-1955).

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Entry updated April 23, 2024