Diaz

Masculine

Meaning

Son of Diego.

Etymology

A patronymic surname derived from the Spanish given name Diego, with the suffix '-az' indicating 'son of.' Diego itself comes from the Greek Didacus or Santiago (Saint James).

About the Name Diaz

Diaz is primarily a Spanish surname with patronymic origins, though it has occasionally been used as a given name. It is one of the most common surnames in Spanish-speaking countries.

Notable Bearers

Porfirio Díaz Díaz (common Spanish surname)

Historical People Named Diaz

Diaz Irizar