Mendez Surname Origin & Meaning
/men-dez/Mendez is most likely a surname of Mexican origin.
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Surname Origin
The surname Mendez is of Spanish origin, meaning 'son of Mendo', and is common in Spanish-speaking countries, especially Mexico and Spain. It has also spread to the Philippines due to historical Spanish influence.
Surname Ethnicity & Nationality
These estimates show the cultural and national origins most closely associated with this name. They describe the name, not an individual's identity.
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Mexican (Hispanic) 60% -
Spanish (Hispanic) 30% -
Filipino (Hispanic) 10%
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Surname Details
- Surname: Mendez
Mendez Numerology
Numerology is provided for entertainment only and is not scientific.
Soul Urge Number: 4
People with this name tend to be: Hard-working, practical and grounded.
Sources & Methodology
US popularity data comes from the Social Security Administration. Origin and ethnicity estimates are generated from name patterns and cultural distributions using AI-assisted analysis.
These results are estimates, not definitive genealogical findings. Learn more about our methodology.