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Spanish surname

Martinez

Son of Martin

Patronymic surname (from a father's name)

From the given name Martin plus the patronymic "-ez".

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Frequently asked questions

What does the surname Martinez mean?

Son of Martin. From the given name Martin plus the patronymic "-ez".

Is Martinez a common surname?

Martinez is a Spanish-origin surname. Popularity varies widely by country and region, and the same surname can be common in one place and rare in another.

Can two families with the same surname be unrelated?

Yes. Surnames, especially occupational and descriptive ones like this, were often adopted independently by many unrelated families who happened to share a trade, appearance, or location.

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