Ortiz is a Spanish surname with origins in the medieval kingdom of Castile. The name is derived from the Latin word “fortis,” meaning strong or brave. It is a common surname in Spain and Latin America, as well as among Hispanic communities in the United States. Famous people with the surname Ortiz include baseball player David Ortiz, actress Gina Ortiz Jones, and musician Tito Ortiz. The surname has also been used as a given name, such as in the case of American singer-songwriter Beth Orton.
