BARBOZA
Barboza
Barboza is a surname that originated in Britain and is of Portuguese and Spanish descent. It is a relatively rare surname in the United Kingdom, with most individuals bearing this surname being of mixed heritage from Portugal or Spain.
The surname Barboza is believed to have originated from the Iberian Peninsula, and it is thought to have been brought to Britain by immigrants or individuals of Portuguese or Spanish descent who settled in the country. The name likely has its roots in the Spanish or Portuguese language, but its precise meaning or origin is not definitively known.
Individuals with the surname Barboza can be found in various regions of the United Kingdom, with concentrations in areas with historically strong ties to Portuguese or Spanish communities, such as London, Liverpool, and Bristol. Over the years, the surname has become increasingly rare, with variations in spelling and pronunciation occurring as families assimilated into British society.
Today, individuals with the surname Barboza can be found in diverse professions and walks of life across the UK, contributing to the rich tapestry of British cultural heritage.
There are approximately 54 people named Barboza in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Barboza.
Origin: Iberian
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Spain
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Spanish
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alexander
- Delano
- Joseph
- Lawrence
Female
- Michelle
- Roshan