Ortiz

Ortiz is an Anglicised surname with Spanish origins. It is derived from the Spanish word "ortiga," which means "nettle" in English. The surname is commonly found in Spain and Latin America, but it is also present in the United Kingdom, mostly as a result of migration and mixed heritage.

The distribution of the Ortiz surname in the UK is relatively low compared to its presence in Spanish-speaking countries. However, British individuals carrying the Ortiz surname often have familial roots or connections to Spain or Latin America.

The Ortiz surname may have variations in spelling such as Orts or Ortez. Individuals with the Ortiz surname in the UK may have diverse backgrounds and histories due to the multicultural nature of British society. The surname Ortiz carries a sense of cultural richness and heritage, reflecting the interconnectedness of different regions and populations across the globe.

There are approximately 651 people named Ortiz in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Ortiz.

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
  • Anthony
  • Carlos
  • Daniel
  • David
  • De
  • Joe
  • Jose
  • Juan
  • Luis
  • Manuel
  • Marco
  • Orlando
  • Paul

Female

  • Alexandra
  • Ana
  • Anna
  • Esperanza
  • Gabriel
  • Gloria
  • Isabel
  • Laura
  • Maria
  • Natalia
  • Paula
  • Pauline
  • Sandra
  • Teresa
  • Victoria

Similar and related surnames

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

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