There are
487
Menchus in the USA
Menchu is the
44193rd
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Menchu

RigobertaMenchú

Rigoberta Menchú is a Guatemalan indigenous woman and human rights activist who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1992 for her work advocating for indigenous rights and social justice.

FabioMenchini

Fabio Menchini is an Italian film director and screenwriter known for his work on the movie 'Segreto di Stato' and his television series 'Il giorno e la notte.'

DavidMenchu

David Menchu is a Honduran football player who has played for various teams in both the Honduran National Football League and Major League Soccer in the United States.

JoaquínFlexa

Joaquín Flexa Menchaca was a Mexican architect and engineer known for his contributions to the design and construction of numerous buildings in Mexico, including the Palacio de Bellas Artes.

JennyMenchu

Jenny Menchu is a Guatemalan journalist and television presenter known for her work as a regular presenter on the morning talk show 'Buenos Días Guatemala.'

AliciaMenchu

Alicia Menchu is a Spanish painter known for her vibrant and colorful abstract paintings that explore themes of nature, emotion, and the human experience.

RafaelMenchu

Rafael Menchu is a Mexican actor known for his roles in various Mexican telenovelas, including 'La Usurpadora' and 'Amor Real.'

MaríaMenchú

María Menchú is a Guatemalan singer-songwriter and cultural promoter known for her contributions to the preservation and promotion of traditional Guatemalan music and dance.

LuisMenchú

Luis Menchú is a Guatemalan writer and poet known for his collection of poems titled 'El canto del trueno' (The Song of Thunder) that reflect on indigenous identity and spirituality.

CarmenMenchero

Carmen Menchero is a Spanish actress known for her roles in Spanish television series, including 'El secreto de Puente Viejo' and 'Amar es para siempre.'

Menchu Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Menchu' is of Basque origin. It is derived from the Basque word 'mentxu,' which means 'small bird.' The name may have originally been a nickname given to someone who resembled a small bird in some way.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Menchu' is most commonly found in Spain, particularly in the Basque Country and Navarre regions. It is also present in other Spanish-speaking countries, such as Guatemala and Mexico.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Menchu' include 'Menchaca' and 'Menchacho.' These variations may indicate regional or dialectal differences in the pronunciation or spelling of the name.
Migration and ImmigrationThere is limited information available about the migration and immigration of people with the surname 'Menchu.' However, it is likely that individuals with this surname have migrated and immigrated to various countries for economic, political, or personal reasons.