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Guzman
Pronounced GOOZ-mahn /ˈɡuːz.mɑːn/Medium
Meaning: A Spanish surname, borne by the noble House of Guzman and by St Dominic (Domingo de Guzman); often folk-linked to 'good man' (Gothic gods, 'good', + man), though the exact root is debated. Noted honestly.Low
History & Origin
As a boy's name Guzman is a Spanish surname of the noble House of Guzman and of St Dominic; folk etymology reads it as 'good man', though the origin is uncertain, which we note. Dignified and rare in the U.S. (said 'GOOZ-mahn').
It appears only rarely as a first name in the U.S. Rare, dignified, and historic.
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What does the name Guzman mean?
Guzman is a Spanish surname, popularly read as 'good man'; the true root is debated, which we note.
How do you pronounce Guzman?
It's said GOOZ-mahn /ˈɡuːz.mɑːn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Guzman a boy or girl name?
Guzman is used as a boy's name.
How popular is Guzman?
Guzman is a rare name in the U.S.