History of South America

Where did the surname GUAJARDO come from?

Guajardo is a surname of Spanish origin. It is derived from the Basque word "goiaz", meaning "height" or "superiority", and the suffix "-ardo", meaning "son of" or "descendant of". The surname Guajardo therefore means "son of the superior" or "descendant of the superior".

The surname Guajardo is first recorded in the 10th century in the province of Cantabria, Spain. It is believed to have originated in the village of Guajardo, which is located in the municipality of Voto. The village of Guajardo is situated on a hilltop, which may explain the origin of the surname.

The surname Guajardo is one of the most common surnames in Spain. It is also found in other Spanish-speaking countries, such as Mexico, Argentina, and Chile.

Some notable people with the surname Guajardo include:

* Gustavo Guajardo, Mexican lawyer and politician

* Jorge Guajardo, Mexican economist and politician

* Juan Guajardo, Mexican footballer

* María Guajardo, Mexican actress

* Pedro Guajardo, Chilean painter