Why Filipinos Have Spanish-sounding Last Names
<p>If you’ve heard something like this before or said it to a Filipino person, you’re in the right place. Chances are you’ve come across a Filipino and wondered why they have Spanish-sounding last names, like Garcia or Rodriguez. They have brown skin, eat rice with everything while praying the rosary…but boast last names like Garcia and Rodriguez.</p>
<p>Worried you might say something stupid? Have no fear, the #YLWRNGR* is here. I’m Lauren Espejo, aka the #YLWRNGR, your honorary Filipina American and I’m here to show you what makes your friendly neighborhood Filipino oh so Spanish adjacent.</p>
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