MONTOYA
Montoya
Montoya is a Spanish surname of toponymic origin, derived from places named Montoya, meaning "mountainous area" or "hillside" in Spanish. The surname Montoya is predominantly found in Spain, particularly in the northern regions such as Aragon and Navarra.
The Montoya family is believed to have been originally of noble descent, and the surname has spread to other countries through migration and exploration. In the United Kingdom, individuals bearing the surname Montoya are often descendants of Spanish immigrants or have ancestral ties to Spain.
The name Montoya is not among the most common surnames in Britain, with a relatively small number of individuals bearing this name residing in the country. However, those with the surname Montoya often carry a sense of pride in their Spanish heritage and may be involved in cultural activities or organisations that celebrate their roots.
The prevalence of the surname Montoya in Britain reflects the nation's multicultural society and the diverse backgrounds of its populace. As such, the Montoya surname serves as a testament to the rich tapestry of cultures that have contributed to the fabric of British society.
There are approximately 218 people named Montoya in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Montoya.
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
- Carlos
- David
- Diego
- Henry
- Ivan
- Jose
- Juan
- Luis
- Mario
- Mark
- Oscar
- Philip
- Uriel
Female
- Beverley
- Claudia
- Diana
- Erika
- Gloria
- Liliana
- Maria
- Mercedes
- Olga
- Rosa
- Silvana
- Teresa