Perez

Perez is a surname of Spanish origin, meaning “son of Pedro” or “son of Peter”. It is one of the most common surnames in the Spanish-speaking world and can be found throughout Latin America, Spain, and the Philippines. Notable people with the surname Perez include actress Rosie Perez, baseball player Tony Perez, and singer Selena Perez. The name has also been adopted by Sephardic Jews who converted to Catholicism during the Spanish Inquisition. Today, it remains a popular surname and a testament to the rich cultural history of the Spanish-speaking world.