Is there a way to trace back my last name to fing out about my ancestors? Can an

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Is there a way to trace back my last name to fing out about my ancestors? Can anyone give me info on Chavez?

My last name is chavez.

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: Chavez
Usage: Spanish
Extra: Statistics
From the Spanish word llaves meaning "keys". It was a name for a key maker.
For Aries,
Rojas
Usage: Spanish
Extra: Statistics
Means "red" in relation to the complexion or hair from the Spanish rojo./