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Position:Home>Genealogy> Is Mende a Spanish surname? And where the Spanish ever in Japan?Question: Is Mende a Spanish surname? And where the Spanish ever in Japan?My great grandmother, who came from Japan, had this unusual surname. A few people told me that that name was probably Spanish or Portuguese. Any thoughts? Additional Details1 month ago Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: 1 month ago A history and Japanese teacher told me that it would be unlikely for a Japanese person to keep a European name for so long. Any guesses or reasons for my ancestors keeping a European name in Japan? |