Rangel
/ˈræŋ.ɡəl/noun
A surname of Spanish origin, often associated with the profession of shepherding or herding.
Did you know?The surname 'Rangel' can be traced back to the Latin word 'rangere', meaning 'to stretch out', symbolizing the expanse of land needed for grazing.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
rangere
“to stretch out or extend, particularly in reference to land or space.”
Old Spanish
Spanish
rangel
“a term used for someone who herds or tends livestock.”
15th Century
Spanish
rangel
“a surname indicating a connection to pastoral life and herding professions.”
Modern English
English
Rangel
“a surname carried by families, often with roots in Spanish-speaking regions.”