PIZARRO
Pizarro
The surname Pizarro is of Spanish origin, derived from the medieval personal name Pizarro, which itself is believed to be derived from a Basque word meaning "little magpie." The Pizarro family is best known for its association with Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro (c.1471-1541), who played a significant role in the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire in the early 16th century.
Francisco Pizarro is remembered for his expeditions that led to the fall of the Inca Empire and the establishment of Spanish rule in South America. His surname became iconic due to the conquest of Peru and the subsequent colonization by the Spanish.
The surname Pizarro has been historically prominent in Spanish and Latin American history, with many notable figures bearing this name. Today, the surname Pizarro can be found in various parts of the world, including the United Kingdom, often as a result of Spanish migration or cultural exchange.
The legacy of Francisco Pizarro and the surname Pizarro is a complex and controversial one, reflecting the wider history of European colonization in the Americas. The surname continues to be a part of diverse cultural and historical narratives, symbolizing both the opportunities and challenges of cross-cultural encounters and exchanges.
There are approximately 91 people named Pizarro in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Pizarro.
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
- Cristian
- Daniel
- Jorge
- Mauricio
- Sergio
Female
- Maria
- Marta
- Pamela
- Siobhan
- Sophia