28 Nov 2011 12:00 AM:

Hello, my first post here.

I've been trying to find some information on the name 'Omeia'.   This is a name which has been used in our family for generations.  Is this a common first name in Spain?  What is the meaning and origin of this name?  

I've recently discovered Omeia was the first arabic family to enter Spain to conquer the lands during the conquest of the iberian coast.

I do have Spanish ancestry, but am now wondering why an Arabic name has been used, unless there could be some arabic ancestry via Spain?  Is it common for a Spanish family to use a name which is Arabic?  

This could be a long shot, but any information, links etc.. would be great.

Thanks for reading.

Thread: The name 'Omeia'

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