Most common last names by country

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In some cultures, the last name (surname) is the part of one’s personal name that suggests one’s family or community.

The last name means the genetic heritage of all representatives of a family unit may have identical last names, or there may be modifications. In traditional Spanish culture, meeting two or more words in the last name is expected.

The world map below shows the most common last names by nation.