There are
1065
Lanuzas in the USA
Lanuza is the
23750th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Lanuza

FredesvindaGarcia

Fredesvinda Garcia Lanuza is a Filipino nurse and war heroine. She served as a guerrilla nurse during World War II and was known for her bravery and dedication to helping wounded soldiers.

Lopede

Lope de Lanuza was a Spanish lawyer and judge who served as the Deputy Governor of the Philippines during the Spanish colonial period. He was known for his strict enforcement of Spanish laws and policies.

JuanLanuza

Juan Lanuza was a Puerto Rican composer and musician. He was known for his contributions to Puerto Rican folk music and his compositions for various musical ensembles.

Lanuza Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Lanuza' has Spanish origins and is derived from the place name of Lanuza, a town in the province of Huesca, Spain. It is believed that the surname originated from the Latin word 'lana', which means 'wool'.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Lanuza' is most commonly found in Spain, particularly in the province of Huesca. It is also found in the Philippines, Puerto Rico, and other Spanish-speaking regions.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Lanuza' include 'Lanz', 'Lanzuela', 'Lanzado', and 'Lanzo'.
Migration and ImmigrationThe surname 'Lanuza' is associated with migration and immigration from Spain to the Philippines during the Spanish colonial period. It is also associated with migration from Spain to Puerto Rico and other Spanish-speaking regions.