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Zapata Family History

Zapata Genealogy & Family Tree

Zapata is a Spanish name from Castile, Spain, from medieval times. It means "shoes" in Spanish and referred to someone who made and sold these items. One of the earliest known ancestors--Caballera Zapatero--was recorded in 1588. Roots for the name can also be found in France, Italy, and Romania.

Other spellings include "Zapato," "Zapatero," "Zapatera," "Sabato," and "Sabata." Notable people with the surname include American actress Carmen Zapata (Sister Act, Santa Barbara, Point of No Return), American musician Mia Zapata (The Gits), and Panamanian boxer Hilario Zapata. The first Zapato to come to the Americas was Miguel Zapata in 1512.

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