Gonzalez

/ɡənˈzɑləs/ noun

Definition

A Spanish surname meaning son of Gonzalo, one of the most common Hispanic surnames

Etymology

Spanish patronymic surname from Gonzalo, from Visigothic Gundisalvus meaning battle and salvation

Kelly Says

González literally means 'son of Gonzalo,' and Gonzalo itself meant 'battle salvation' to the ancient Visigoths. So this super common surname actually has pretty epic warrior origins!

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