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The last name "Gonzalez" is of Spanish origin, derived from the given name "Gonzalo," which itself comes from the Gothic name "Gundisalvus," meaning "battle" or "war." This surname first appeared in the Iberian Peninsula, particularly in regions that are now part of modern-day Spain, during the Middle Ages. Historically, those who bore the name were often associated with noble or warrior classes, reflecting the martial connotations of its roots. Variations of the surname can be found across different cultures and languages, including "Gonzales" in English-speaking countries and "Gonzalvez" in some regions of Latin America. The pronunciation may also vary, with the Spanish pronunciation being [ɡonˈθales] in Castilian and [ɡonˈzales] in Latin American Spanish. The surname has spread globally, particularly due to migration, and remains one of the most common surnames in Spanish-speaking countries today.