Ortega

Ortega is a surname of Spanish origin that is common in Spain and throughout the Spanish-speaking world, including Latin America and communities in the United States. It is primarily a toponymic name, associated with place names in the Iberian Peninsula, and has spread widely through migration.

Notable individuals with the surname include José Ortega y Gasset (1883–1955), a Spanish philosopher and essayist influential in modern thought; and Daniel Ortega (born 1945), a Nicaraguan politician who has served as president since 2007 and previously in the 1980s.

Geographic usage varies, with Ortega appearing as a toponym in multiple Spanish-speaking regions, including towns and streets named Ortega. The name also appears in surnames of many people across different fields.

In commerce and culture, Ortega is used as a brand name for certain food products in North America, reflecting its broad recognition beyond a family name.