There are
2317
Vazs in the USA
Vaz is the
13190th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Vaz

JoãoVaz

Portuguese navigator who was one of the captains of the second expedition to reach Newfoundland, Canada, in the late 15th century.

PedroVaz

Portuguese knight who served as the secretary to the explorer Pedro Álvares Cabral during the discovery of Brazil in 1500, and wrote the famous letter describing the country to the Portuguese king.

Luisde

Portuguese nobleman and military officer who was the first Colonial Governor of Brazil during the Dutch rule in the 17th century.

AntônioRaposo

Brazilian bandeirante, known for his exploration expeditions through the South American interior, expanding the Portuguese colony's territory.

AlfredoVazquez

Colombian journalist and news anchor, recognized for his significant contributions to television journalism in Colombia during the 20th century.

Vaz Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Vaz is of Portuguese origin.
Geographic DistributionThe name Vaz is commonly found in Portugal, Brazil, and other Portuguese-speaking regions.
VariationsVariations of the surname Vaz include Vaaz, Vazquez, Vas, and Vasquez.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname Vaz occurred during various periods and in different places. These movements were often influenced by factors such as economic opportunities, political situations, and family ties.