gois

Gois is a Portuguese-language surname and toponym. In its accented form, Góis, it is derived from the town of Góis in central Portugal, and in many cases the surname was adopted by families originating from that locality. The name is toponymic, formed from the place name, and has spread through Portugal and to former Portuguese territories, notably Brazil, where it appears in varying spellings, including Gois and Góis without the accent.

The municipality of Góis is located in the Coimbra District of central Portugal. It lies in the Beira Interior region along the Mondego basin and is known for its rural character, historical architecture, and natural landscapes.

As a surname, Gois/Góis is found among Portuguese-speaking populations and appears in genealogical records dating to medieval and early modern periods. In contemporary contexts, the surname is carried by individuals across Portugal, Brazil, and diaspora communities.

Variants and related forms include Góis (with the acute accent) and Gois (without the accent), reflecting orthographic differences in languages and time periods. The term Góis can also refer specifically to the Portuguese municipality, as well as to families bearing the surname Góis.