QUEIROZ
Queiroz
Queiroz is a British surname of Portuguese origin. It is derived from the Portuguese word "queiroz," which means "oak tree." The surname Queiroz is considered to be a toponymic surname, as it indicates that the original bearer of the surname was from a place named Queiroz or near an oak tree.
The Queiroz surname is relatively uncommon in Britain, as it is more commonly found in Portugal and specific parts of Latin America. However, there are British individuals and families who bear the surname Queiroz, often due to ancestral ties to Portugal or interactions with Portuguese culture.
As with many surnames, the Queiroz surname may have variations in spelling, such as "Queiros" or "Queirós." These variations can depend on historical and regional factors, including language changes and phonetic adaptations.
Individuals with the Queiroz surname can trace their heritage back to Portuguese roots, and the name may carry historical and cultural significance within their family history. The Queiroz surname adds to the diverse tapestry of surnames found in Britain, reflecting the country's rich history of immigration and cultural exchange.
There are approximately 92 people named Queiroz in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Queiroz.