Castillo

Masculine

Meaning

Castle or fortress.

Etymology

Castillo is a Spanish surname derived from the word 'castillo' meaning 'castle,' originally used as a topographic surname for someone living near or in a castle. The word itself comes from Latin 'castellum,' a diminutive of 'castrum' meaning 'fort' or 'camp.'

About the Name Castillo

Castillo is a common Spanish surname that has been adopted as a given name in Spanish-speaking cultures, particularly in Latin America. The name carries historical and architectural significance, reflecting medieval European fortifications.

Notable Bearers

Ramón Castillo (Argentine president) Brenda K. Starr (Castillo is her birth surname)

Historical People Named Castillo