ORTEGA
Ortega
Ortega is a Spanish surname that can sometimes be found in the United Kingdom. The surname Ortega is of Spanish origin and is believed to have originated from the Basque region of Spain. It is a toponymic surname, meaning that it likely originated from a place name.
Those with the surname Ortega in the UK could have ancestors who emigrated from Spain or have connections to Spanish-speaking communities. The surname Ortega is relatively rare in the UK compared to more common British surnames.
The name Ortega may also have variations in spelling, such as "Ortiga" or "Hortega". As with many surnames, the spelling and pronunciation may have evolved or been adapted over time.
Individuals with the surname Ortega may have diverse backgrounds, and their ancestors could have come from various regions of Spain. The surname Ortega adds to the rich tapestry of British surnames and reflects the historical and cultural connections between Britain and Spain.
There are approximately 469 people named Ortega in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Ortega.
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
- Benjamin
- Carlos
- Daniel
- David
- Ignacio
- Javier
- Jorge
- Jose
- Joseph
- Michael
- Ramon
Female
- Ana
- Anna
- Annabelle
- Carla
- Carolina
- Caroline
- Clarissa
- Laura
- Louise
- Maria
- Natalia
- Pamela
- Patricia
- Theresa