Pineda is a surname of Catalan and Spanish origin, meaning "pine forest". It is a toponymic surname, originating from any of several places named Pineda or from a locality characterized by pine trees (Spanish pineda, from pino "pine"). The name is common throughout the Spanish-speaking world.Etymology and DistributionThe surname directly derives from the Spanish and Catalan common noun pineda meaning "pine forest". It belongs to a family of similar toponymic surnames related to pines, such as Pini (Italian), Pinheiro (Portuguese), and Pinho (Portuguese). According to the 2010 United States Census, Pineda is the 553rd most common surname in the United States, with 60,820 bearers, predominantly of Hispanic/Latino origin (90.67%). The surname is also found in the Philippines and other Spanish-influenced regions, where it was introduced through colonization.Notable BearersNotable individuals with this surname include Mexican actress Martha Pineda, Honduran politician Manuel Pineda, and Spanish footballer Manuel Pineda.Meaning: Pine forestOrigin: Catalan, SpanishType: Toponymic surnameUsage Regions: Spain, Latin America, Philippines, United States