Viteri

Viteri is a surname of Hispanic origin that appears in several Spanish-speaking countries. It is most commonly found in Ecuador and Spain, and has spread to other regions through migration and diaspora. Like many family names, its presence across a wide geographic area reflects historical population movements within the Spanish-speaking world.

The precise etymology of Viteri is not definitively established in standard onomastic references. Some sources suggest possible Basque connections or an Iberian toponymic origin, but evidence is not conclusive. As with many surnames, regional spelling variations and pronunciation have influenced its distribution over time.

Notable people with the surname include Oswaldo Viteri, an Ecuadorian painter who achieved recognition within the country’s modern art scene. The surname is carried by various other individuals in fields such as the arts, academia, and public life, primarily in Spanish-speaking contexts.