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Rodrigues
Rodrigues (name) means a surname of Portuguese origin meaning "son of Rodrigo". Example: “Rodrigues is one of the most common surnames in Portugal.”
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A surname of Portuguese origin meaning "son of Rodrigo".
"Rodrigues is one of the most common surnames in Portugal."
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An outer island of Mauritius in the Indian Ocean.
"Rodrigues is known for its coral reefs and quiet beaches."
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Etymology
From Portuguese Rodrigues ("son of Rodrigo"); the island was named after the explorer Diogo Rodrigues.
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What does “Rodrigues” mean?
The word “Rodrigues” means a surname of Portuguese origin meaning "son of Rodrigo".
How do you use “Rodrigues” in a sentence?
Here is “Rodrigues” used in a sentence: “Rodrigues is one of the most common surnames in Portugal.”
What part of speech is “Rodrigues”?
“Rodrigues” is a name.
Where does the word “Rodrigues” come from?
The word “Rodrigues” comes from Portuguese. From Portuguese Rodrigues ("son of Rodrigo"); the island was named after the explorer Diogo Rodrigues.
How many meanings does “Rodrigues” have?
“Rodrigues” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a surname of Portuguese origin meaning "son of Rodrigo".
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