Son of Fernando; adventurous traveler
A patronymic surname of Spanish origin meaning 'son of Fernando'. The root name Fernando is derived from the Visigothic name Ferdinand, which combines elements meaning 'journey' and 'daring' or 'brave'.
Less common today
Fernandez isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,841 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A recurring character and ship's cook · The Adventures of Tintin
A character in the novel 'Nostromo' · Nostromo
