Pronunciation: [ʌnzwˈe͡ɪtə] (IPA) 
The word "unzueta" is pronounced as /u.n̩.ˈθwe.ta/ in IPA phonetic transcription. It is a surname of Basque origin, with roots in the town of Muskiz in Spain. The word is spelled with a "u" at the beginning, followed by an "n" and a "z". The "u" is pronounced as "oo", and the "z" is pronounced as "th" in English. The "e" and "a" at the end are pronounced as separate syllables, with the stress on the second-to-last syllable.
Unzueta is a Basque surname that has its origins in the Basque language, predominantly found in the Basque Country region of northern Spain. The name is primarily a patronymic, meaning it was created by adding the suffix "-et(a)" to the given name "Un" or "On".
The name "Unzueta" can be divided into two parts: "Un-" and "-zueta". The prefix "Un-" likely originates from the Basque word "un," which means "one" or "first" and often signifies primacy or excellence. The suffix "-zueta" is a variation of the Basque suffix "-za," which typically signifies abundance or possession and is commonly used to create surnames.
Thus, "Unzueta" can be interpreted as a patronymic name meaning "child of the excellent," "child of the first," or "descendant of the first one." This suggests that the original bearer of the surname might have been associated with qualities of distinction, leadership, or prominence within the Basque community.
Unzueta is a relatively uncommon surname outside the Basque Country, though it may be encountered in other parts of Spain and even abroad due to migration and diaspora. In recent times, the surname has spread as some individuals have migrated to other regions or countries for various reasons, such as work opportunities or personal circumstances.
