What are common surnames in Trinidad and Tobago?

Common surnames in Trinidad and Tobago reflect the diverse heritage of the country, which has been influenced by various ethnic groups over its history. Here are some examples of common surnames:

Afro-Trinidadian Surnames:

- Williams

- Lewis

- James

- Charles

- Henry

- Clarke

- Edwards

- Mohammed (derived from Muslim influence)

Indo-Trinidadian Surnames:

- Singh

- Mohammed

- Ali

- Khan

- Ali

- Hosein

- Maharaj

- Ramnarine

- Ramphal

European Surnames (British, French, Spanish influence):

- Smith

- Johnson

- Taylor

- Patel

- Lee

- Jones

- Thompson

- De Leon

- Gomez

Chinese Surnames:

- Chang

- Lee

- Wong

- Chin

- Chow

Syrian/Lebanese Surnames:

- Elias

- Habib

- Abraham

- George

Portuguese Surnames:

- DeSousa

- DaSilva

- DeFreitas

- Gomes

Additionally, some surnames in Trinidad and Tobago may come from other Caribbean islands or countries due to the movement of people within the region.