Grimaldos Family Crest & Name History

The spelling Grimaldos grew out of Grimaldo, an Italian surname with a long paper trail. Its meaning, shared with Grimaldo, is “Son of Grimaldo”.

• Grimaldos adds “s” to Grimaldo, a small change that appeared as the name was written down.
• Before spelling was standardised, one family could appear under several forms.
• Spanish register data show 649 residents carrying Grimaldos as first surname, and 642 as second surname. Spaniards carry two surnames, one from each parent, which is why Grimaldos is counted in both positions.

Family crest and blazon

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