Guedes

Guedes is a surname of Portuguese origin. It is commonly found in Portugal and Brazil and has spread to other Lusophone communities through migration and historical ties between Portugal and its former colonies.

In genealogical and onomastic sources, Guedes is described as a patronymic surname, typically indicating descent from an ancestor who bore a given name in medieval Iberian naming practices. Over time, the name became established as a family surname and is now carried by people across various Portuguese-speaking countries and communities around the world.

Geographic distribution tends to be strongest in Portugal and Brazil, with smaller populations in other countries due to migration and diaspora networks. Variants and related names may appear in historical records as spellings shifted over time or as bearers moved between regions.

Notable people with the surname include Gonçalo Guedes (born 1996), a Portuguese professional footballer who has represented the Portugal national team. Beyond this, Guedes appears in various public contexts, including sports, culture, and academics, reflecting the name’s widespread presence in Lusophone societies.

The surname Guedes is one of many examples of how Iberian naming traditions have shaped family identities across generations and continents.