Jaramillo

Jaramillo is a Spanish surname originating from the province of Burgos. The name derives from “hierro” meaning “iron” and “mil” meaning “thousand”, suggesting an ancestral occupation related to blacksmithing or metallurgy. Today, Jaramillo is a common surname throughout Latin America, with notable individuals such as Colombian singer-songwriter Juanes and Mexican-American artist Amalia Mesa-Bains bearing the name. Despite its origins in a specific occupation, the Jaramillo surname has become a diverse symbol of cultural heritage across the Americas.