Sánchez
Common Hispanic lastname
Sánchez is a Spanish surname meaning "son of Sancho." It ranks among the most common surnames in Spanish-speaking countries and among Hispanic populations worldwide.
The accent mark over the a indicates stress on the first syllable: The Sánchez family moved here from Mexico.
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- VenezuelaNorthern South American republic
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- CastilianSpain's official language
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Mexico
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