TheNameDBRuiz
PatronymicMeaning
Son of Ruy, derived from the Germanic name Roderic meaning 'famous power'.
Etymology
From the personal name Ruy, a shortened form of Rodrigo, which derives from Germanic elements hrod (fame) and ric (power). The suffix -iz indicates patronymic descent in Spanish naming conventions.
About the Ruiz Surname
Ruiz is a patronymic surname with medieval Spanish origins, documented extensively in Castilian records. The name became hereditary and spread widely through Spanish colonization.
Distribution
Common throughout Spain and Spanish-speaking countries, with particularly high concentrations in Castile and Mexico.