Zuloaga

Zuloaga is a Spanish surname of Basque origin that appears in Spain and throughout the Spanish-speaking world. It is associated with individuals across different fields, including the arts and public life.

The most prominent bearer of the name is Ignacio Zuloaga y Zabaleta (1870–1945), a major Spanish painter. Trained in Madrid and active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Zuloaga developed a realist and costumbrista style, often portraying traditional Spanish life, regional costumes, ceremonial events, and other scenes steeped in local character. His work drew on both Spanish traditions and European modern currents, contributing to a broader renewed interest in Spanish identity during a period of social and political change.

Beyond Ignacio, the surname has appeared in various contexts within Spanish-speaking countries, including art, politics, and culture, reflecting patterns of migration and cultural exchange. While Ignacio Zuloaga remains the most widely recognized bearer of the name, the surname as a whole denotes a family heritage linked to Spanish regional and cultural history.