Cadalso (surname)

Cadalso is a Spanish surname. It is considered to be of toponymic origin, derived from a place name. Place names that became surnames often indicated the original bearer's origin or residence.

The surname Cadalso most likely originates from one of the locations in Spain named Cadalso, most notably Cadalso de los Vidrios, a municipality located in the Community of Madrid. The name "Cadalso" itself likely derives from the Latin word catulus, meaning "scaffold" or "platform," potentially referring to an elevated structure or a specific land feature.

Individuals with the surname Cadalso are found primarily in Spain and countries with significant Spanish diaspora populations, particularly in Latin America.

Genealogical research may be necessary to trace the specific origins of a particular family bearing the Cadalso surname.