Surname · Spanish origin
Gonzalez
Meaning
The surname Gonzalez means Son of Gonzalo.
Origin
Spanish
Type
patronymic
The origin of the surname Gonzalez
González means “son of Gonzalo,” a Germanic-rooted name.
What kind of surname is Gonzalez?
Gonzalez is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name. It belongs to the Spanish naming tradition — you can read how Spanish surnames were formed on our Spanish last names page.
Other Spanish surnames
Other patronymic surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Gonzalez mean?
The surname Gonzalez means Son of Gonzalo. González means “son of Gonzalo,” a Germanic-rooted name.
Where does the surname Gonzalez come from?
Gonzalez is a surname of Spanish origin.
What kind of surname is Gonzalez?
Gonzalez is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name.
What are other Spanish surnames?
Other Spanish surnames include Alvarez, Castillo, Diaz, Fernandez, Flores, Garcia.