Pacheco

The surname Pacheco originates from the region of Galicia, in Northwestern Spain. It is a toponymic surname derived from the place name Pacheco, which may have roots in the Latin word “pax” meaning “peaceful”. The Pacheco family played an important role in the history of Spain, with notable members including Juan Pacheco, Marquis of Villena, and Francisco Pacheco, a prominent painter in the court of King Philip IV. Today, the surname can be found all over the world, particularly in Latin America and the United States.