Minguez

Minguez is a surname of Spanish origin. It is a patronymic surname, meaning it is derived from the given name of an ancestor. In this case, it likely originates from the medieval given name "Domingo," which is the Spanish form of "Dominic." The suffix "-ez" commonly indicates "son of," so "Minguez" would translate to "son of Domingo."

The surname Minguez is found throughout Spain, with particular concentrations in regions like Castile and León and Andalusia. It is also present in countries with historical Spanish influence, such as Mexico, Argentina, and the United States.

Notable individuals with the surname Minguez include:

* Francisco Minguez, a Spanish politician.

* Javier Minguez, a Spanish footballer.

* Laura Minguez, a Spanish actress.

The exact etymological path from "Domingo" to "Minguez" involves linguistic evolution over centuries. The name "Domingo" itself comes from the Latin "Dominicus," meaning "belonging to the Lord." The transformation into "Minguez" is a common linguistic process in Spanish surname development. While the surname's primary origin is Spanish, variations or similar-sounding names may exist in other cultures due to independent development or historical migration.