Payo

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Meaning

A surname of uncertain origin, possibly derived from a personal name or place name in Iberian regions.

Etymology

The exact etymology is unclear, though it may relate to medieval Spanish naming conventions. It could be connected to place names in Galicia or Portugal.

About the Payo Surname

Payo is a relatively uncommon Spanish surname with roots in the Iberian Peninsula. The surname's exact origin remains uncertain, though it appears in historical records from medieval Spain.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 2,000 bearers in the United States #2,771 most common surname
Rare Common

Primarily found in Spain and Portugal, with some presence in Latin America.

Payo Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

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Notable Bearers

People with the Payo Surname