About the Morena Surname

Behind the Morena surname stands Moreno, a Spanish name that clerks and families wrote in more than one way. The family name meaning is “Dark-haired or dark-complexioned”, the same as for Moreno. Morena is listed among the recognised spellings of Moreno. Spellings drifted because names were written down by ear in parish books, tax rolls and passenger lists.

You may also find the name written Morenos and Moreira.

There is no single Morena family crest for every bearer. Herald Lab researches the arms historically associated with the name and explains whose they were. Research your Morena family history with a full surname report and painted coat of arms.