What is suarez last name origin?

The surname Suarez is of Spanish origin and is derived from the Latin name "Suarez," meaning “son of Suero.” It is a patronymic surname, which means it was originally based on the father's name. The name Suero comes from the earlier Latin name "Suarius," meaning “swine.” The Suarez surname is quite common in Spanish-speaking countries, particularly in Spain and Latin America. It may also be spelled as Suárez or Suarez.