Peréz
Peréz is a common Hispanic surname that originates from the patronymic naming tradition in Spanish‑speaking regions. The name means “son of Pedro,” with Pedro itself derived from the Latin *petrus*, meaning “rock”. In medieval Spain, the surname emerged as a way to distinguish individuals by lineage, and it spread throughout the Iberian Peninsula during the Reconquista and subsequent periods of exploration and colonization.
The name is widespread in countries such as Spain, Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, and the United States, particularly
Notable people bearing the surname include the Mexican actress Peréz (1904–1990), the Argentine footballer Carlos Peréz
Latin American diasporas have adapted the spelling to match phonetic conventions, producing variants such as Pérez,