Mendozas
Mendozas is a surname of Spanish origin, most commonly associated with a prominent noble family in medieval Castile. The name is believed to be toponymic, deriving from the town of Mendoza in the province of Álava, in the Basque Country of Spain. The Mendoza family rose to significant power and influence in the 15th and 16th centuries, holding important positions within the Spanish court and military.
Notable members of the Mendoza family include Íñigo López de Mendoza, 1st Marquis of Santillana, a renowned