TheNameDBYanez
PatronymicMeaning
Son of Yáñez or a variant of Juan-related patronymic forms.
Etymology
Derived from the given name Yáñez, which is a variant of Juan (John), combined with patronymic elements. The surname reflects Spanish naming traditions and patronymic conventions.
About the Yanez Surname
A Spanish patronymic surname derived from the given name Yáñez. The name has spread throughout Spanish-speaking regions through colonial expansion and migration.
Distribution
Found in Spain and throughout Spanish-speaking regions, particularly in Latin America.
Notable Bearers
Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca (also known as Yanez)