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Carreira (surname)

The surname Carreira is a Portuguese and Galician surname. Its origins are toponymic, derived from places named "Carreira," which are typically associated with a path, road, or racecourse. The word "carreira" itself means "career," "race," "course," or "path" in Portuguese and Galician.

The surname likely originated as a descriptive surname, used to identify someone who lived near a prominent road or path, or perhaps someone who was associated with racing or other activities that took place on such a course.

Distribution of the surname is concentrated in Portugal and Galicia (Spain), reflecting its linguistic origins. It is also found among communities of Portuguese and Galician descent worldwide, particularly in Brazil, the United States, and other countries with significant Portuguese-speaking populations.

Notable people with the surname Carreira include individuals in various fields, such as sports, entertainment, and academia. (List of notable individuals not included, as per instructions.)

Variant spellings or related surnames may include Carreiras.