CHAVEZ
Chavez
Chavez is a British surname of Hispanic origin, believed to have been brought to the United Kingdom through migration and globalisation. While not traditionally a common surname in Britain, its presence in the country reflects the multicultural and diverse nature of British society.
The surname Chavez is thought to have Spanish and Portuguese roots, with variations such as Chávez and Chavez being found in Latin American countries. In Britain, individuals bearing the surname Chavez may have ancestral ties to regions in Spain or Portugal, or across Latin America where the surname is more widespread.
As with many surnames of non-British origin, the presence of Chavez in the United Kingdom highlights the rich tapestry of immigration history that has shaped the country over the centuries. Today, individuals with the surname Chavez can be found contributing to various facets of British society, adding to the cultural diversity and dynamism of the nation.
There are approximately 219 people named Chavez in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Chavez.
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
- Andre
- Bill
- Carlos
- Christopher
- Francis
- Hugo
- Jeffrey
- John
- Jose
- Michael
- Richard
- Victor
Female
- Elizabeth
- Fiorella
- Irene
- Jayne
- Maria
- Michelle
- Nancy
- Quita
- Rosita
- Yolanda