Usuga

Usuga is a surname of Hispanic origin, most commonly found in Colombia and other Spanish-speaking countries. The exact etymology of the name is not clearly documented in widely available sources, and as with many family names it may derive from a place name, a nickname, or historical lineage.

Notable people with the surname include Dairo Antonio Úsuga David, known by the alias Otoniel, who was a leader of the Gulf Clan (Clan del Golfo), a major Colombian criminal organization involved in drug trafficking and armed conflict. He was captured by Colombian security forces in 2021 and subsequently extradited to the United States to face drug-trafficking charges. The Gulf Clan is one of Colombia’s largest criminal groups and emerged from the remnants of armed groups active during the country's long-running internal conflict.

Beyond this figure, Usuga is carried by various individuals in Colombia and other countries, reflecting its presence as a family name across Spanish-speaking communities. The surname does not have a single, universally recognized meaning in contemporary sources, and its cultural significance varies by region and family history.