ORTIZ

Source: Spanish

Root Word: Fortuna (Latin)

Derived From: Derived from the Medieval Spanish name Orti, which was probably a shortened form of Fortunio or Fortún. Fortunio was derived from the Latin Fortunius, meaning "lucky" or "fortunate".

Meaning: "Lucky", "Fateful" or "Son of Fortún".

Popularity History: Ortiz is one of the most common surnames in the Spanish-speaking world, with a particularly wide distribution and long history in Spain, Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, the United States (Latino communities), etc. Its popularity has remained high since the Middle Ages, reflecting its prevalence as a patronymic surname.