Summary

The surname BATRES has origins in Spain and is derived from the town of Batres in the province of Toledo. The name is believed to have originated from the Latin word 'battere', meaning 'to fight' or 'to combat'. It may have originally been a nickname for a warrior or someone with a combative nature.
There are
4996
Batress in the USA
Batres is the
6749th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Batres

Pedrode

Spanish conquistador who participated in the exploration and colonization of Central America in the 16th century.

FernandoBatres

Guatemalan politician who served as the Mayor of Guatemala City from 1954 to 1955.

RafaelaBatres

Prominent Mexican muralist known for her contributions to the Mexican Renaissance art movement in the early 20th century.

FranciscoBatres

Salvadoran military officer and politician who played a key role in the Salvadoran Civil War during the 1980s.

MartaBatres

Guatemalan environmental activist and indigenous rights advocate, known for her work in protecting land rights of indigenous communities.

Batres Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Batres' originated in Spain.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Batres' is primarily associated with Spanish-speaking regions, especially Spain, Central America, and Mexico.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Batres' include Bautista, Batista, Batres-Escobar, Antunez-Batres, and Morales-Batres.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname 'Batres' occurred during various periods, particularly during the colonization and exploration of Central America by the Spanish in the 16th century. Subsequent migration and immigration may have taken place due to political, economic, or personal reasons, resulting in dispersal of individuals across different countries within the Spanish-speaking regions.