SANCHO
Sancho
Sancho is a British surname with Spanish and Portuguese origins. The name is derived from the medieval Spanish and Portuguese personal name "Sancho", which itself is a form of the Latin name "Sanctius" meaning "sacred" or "saintly".
The surname Sancho is relatively rare in Britain compared to other more common surnames. Individuals bearing the surname can be found across the United Kingdom, although concentrations may vary in different regions.
The Sancho surname may have been introduced to Britain through immigration, trade, or military service, reflecting the historical connections between Britain, Spain, and Portugal. People with the surname Sancho have contributed to various fields, including arts, literature, politics, and business in the UK and beyond.
Notable individuals with the surname Sancho include Francisco "Bobby" Sancho, a former British Guiana footballer, and the abolitionist and composer Ignatius Sancho.
In the present day, bearers of the Sancho surname continue to make their mark in diverse areas of society, contributing to the rich tapestry of British heritage and culture.
There are approximately 161 people named Sancho in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Sancho.