DIAZ

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Diaz

Diaz is a British surname with Spanish origins. It is derived from the Spanish name "Díaz", which means "son of Diego". The surname Diaz is prevalent in regions with historical Spanish influence, such as Latin America and Spain.

Origin: The surname Diaz traces its roots back to the medieval times in Spain. It is a patronymic surname, indicating descent from an ancestor named Diego.

Distribution: While the surname Diaz is more commonly found in Spanish-speaking countries, it has also spread to different parts of the world due to migration and colonial influences.

Notable People:

Cameron Diaz: An American actress and producer with Cuban ancestry, known for her roles in movies such as "There's Something About Mary" and "The Mask".
Melonie Diaz: A British actress of Puerto Rican descent, recognised for her work in films like "Fruitvale Station" and "Be Kind Rewind".

Variants: Variants of the surname Diaz include "Díaz" and "Dias".

The surname Diaz has an intriguing history and has become associated with notable individuals in various cultural spheres.

There are approximately 1,705 people named Diaz in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,814th most common surname in Britain. Around 26 in a million people in Britain are named Diaz.

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

Antonio
Carlos
Daniel
David
Hector
John
Jose
Juan
Manuel
Michael
Miguel
Pedro

Female

Ana
Carmen
Carolina
Claudia
Elena
Elizabeth
Emma
Laura
Maria
Patricia
Samantha
Sarah
Sonia
Susana

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.