Bustos is a Spanish surname, a variant of Busto. The latter derives from the name of towns in Spain and Italy, ultimately from Late Latin bustum meaning "ox pasture." Thus, Bustos is a habitational surname for someone who lived near or came from a place called Busto or similar.The surname is common across the Spanish-speaking world, including Spain, Latin America, and the Philippines (where it was introduced through Spanish colonization). In the United States, according to the 2010 census, Bustos ranks 2,129th in frequency, with a significant population, most prevalent among Hispanic or Latino individuals (88.17%).Notable bearers include Filipino politician Alan Peter S. Bustos (former representative) and Spanish bullfighter Juan José Bustos. The name also appears in various historical and cultural contexts.Meaning: Derived from an ancestral location named 'ox pasture'Origin: SpanishType: Toponymic/variant surnameUsage regions: Spain, Latin America, Philippines, United States