Ancient history

Where does the name balderrama come from?

Balderrama is a Basque surname. It is derived from the Basque word "baldarr", which means "steep hill" or "cliff". The surname Balderrama is therefore thought to have originated from a place name, such as a town or village located on a steep hill or cliff.

The Balderrama surname is most common in Spain and Latin America, particularly in Mexico, Argentina, and Peru. It is also found in the United States, where it is most common in the states of California, Texas, and New Mexico.