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The last name Suarez is of Spanish origin, derived from the given name "Suero," which itself is a diminutive of "Suerus," meaning "sweater" or "to sweat," likely referring to a person who worked hard or engaged in labor-intensive occupations. The surname first appeared in the Iberian Peninsula, particularly in regions such as Castile and León, and has historical roots tracing back to the medieval period when surnames began to be adopted based on paternal lineage. As a patronymic surname, it signifies "son of Suero," indicating familial connections. Variations of the surname can be found across different cultures and languages, including "Suaréz" in Portuguese-speaking regions and "Suarès" in Catalan, with differences in spelling and pronunciation reflecting regional dialects. The name is prevalent in Latin America due to Spanish colonization, and it remains a common surname in Spain and among Spanish-speaking communities worldwide.