Ramalho
Ramalho is a surname of Portuguese origin that is common in Portugal and in Brazilian communities descended from Portuguese settlers. The name is often treated as a patronymic or toponymic surname, typically formed with the suffix -alho, a pattern seen in various Iberian naming practices. The precise etymology is not universally agreed, but Ramalho is widely regarded as connected to an early given name or place name used in medieval Portugal and surrounding regions.
In terms of distribution, Ramalho remains a relatively frequent surname in Portugal and Brazil, and it has
Notable people bearing the surname include Elba Ramalho, a Brazilian singer known for contributions to forró,