There are
513
Queirozs in the USA
Queiroz is the
42308th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Queiroz

JoséQueiroz

José Queiroz is a Portuguese football player and coach, best known for his time as a midfielder for the national team and for managing several Portuguese clubs.

LygiaFagundes

Lygia Fagundes Telles Queiroz is a Brazilian writer and a member of the Brazilian Academy of Letters, known for her novels and short stories.

GilbertoFreyre

Gilberto Freyre Queiroz was a Brazilian sociologist and anthropologist, best known for his work 'Casa Grande e Senzala' which explores the social dynamics of race and class in Brazil.

Paulode

Paulo de Queiroz is a Brazilian artist and designer, known for his vibrant and colorful sculptures and installations.

MonicaQueiroz

Monica Queiroz is a Brazilian journalist and news anchor, recognized for her work in reporting and analyzing current events.

AlbertoQueiroz

Alberto Queiroz Sodré is a Brazilian musician and composer, known for his contributions to the Bossa Nova genre.

SérgioQueiroz

Sérgio Queiroz is a Portuguese politician and lawyer, known for his involvement in conservative political movements in Portugal.

BeatrizQueiroz

Beatriz Queiroz is a Brazilian actress, famous for her roles in Brazilian soap operas and theater productions.

EduardoQueiroz

Eduardo Queiroz Monteiro is a Brazilian architect, known for his modern and sustainable designs.

CarolinaQueiroz

Carolina Queiroz is a Portuguese model and television personality, best known for her appearances in fashion shows and reality TV programs.

Queiroz Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Queiroz' is of Portuguese origin and is derived from the word 'queiro' or 'queiroso' which means 'sheepfold' or 'stall'. It is a locational or topographical surname referring to someone who lived near or worked at a sheepfold or stall.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Queiroz' is most commonly found in Portugal and Brazil, given its Portuguese origin. However, it may also be found in other Portuguese-speaking countries and communities around the world.
VariationsA variation of the surname 'Queiroz' is 'Queirós', which is an alternative spelling commonly used in Portugal.
Migration and ImmigrationPortuguese immigrants brought the surname 'Queiroz' to Brazil during the colonial period and subsequent waves of migration. It may also be found among Portuguese communities in other countries due to emigration and diaspora.