Chavez is a surname with Spanish origins, derived from the Basque word “txabas,” meaning “oak tree.” It is most commonly found in Latin America, particularly in Mexico and Venezuela. Notable individuals with this surname include Cesar Chavez, a prominent American labor leader and civil rights activist, and Hugo Chavez, a former president of Venezuela. Today, the Chavez name is carried by millions of people around the world, representing a diverse and vibrant community with a rich cultural heritage.
