carbajal

Carbajal is a surname of Spanish origin, believed to derive from the place name Carbajal de la Legua or Carbajal de Roa in the province of León, Spain. The word "carbajal" itself refers to a place where charcoal is made or a charcoal burner's dwelling. Like many surnames, it likely originated from a toponymic descriptor, indicating the ancestral home of the family. Over centuries, families bearing the Carbajal name spread throughout Spain and later to various parts of the Americas, particularly during the colonial era.

The Carbajal surname is found in significant numbers in Spanish-speaking countries today, with notable concentrations in Mexico, Spain, and other Latin American nations. Historical records indicate that individuals with the Carbajal surname were involved in various professions and social strata, from soldiers and clergy to merchants and landowners. The surname does not carry any inherent meaning beyond its geographical and occupational roots. Genealogy research for individuals with the Carbajal surname often involves tracing lineage back to these early Spanish origins.