poveda

Poveda is a surname of Spanish origin and a toponym used for several places in Spain and in Latin America. The surname most likely originated as a toponymic family name derived from a locality named Poveda, with the name spreading through migration and settlement in Spanish-speaking regions. The exact origin of the toponym varies by locality and region, and sources differ on its meaning.

Geographically, the name is attached to multiple places, including municipalities and smaller localities in different countries. Because several distinct places share the same toponym, contextual qualifiers such as province or country are often necessary to specify a particular Poveda.

In contemporary use, Poveda appears as a surname for individuals across a range of professions, including science, education, arts, and public life, reflecting the widespread distribution of the name through Spanish-speaking communities.