Manzano

Manzano is a surname of Spanish origin, commonly found in regions with a historical connection to Spain, such as Latin America. While not as prevalent in Britain as in Spanish-speaking countries, some individuals of British descent may bear the surname Manzano.

The surname Manzano is derived from the Spanish word for "apple tree," signifying a person who either lived near or worked with apple orchards. The surname is known to have originated from the Spanish province of Extremadura.

Individuals carrying the Manzano surname may have diverse ancestries and family histories, reflecting the complex tapestry of British and Spanish cultural interactions over history.

Historically, surnames often reflected a person's occupation, location, or physical characteristics. Those with the Manzano surname may thus have had ancestors who were involved in horticulture or local residents near apple groves in Spain.

Today, the Manzano surname continues to be preserved and passed down through generations, serving as a link to the ancestral roots and heritage of families with British connections.

There are approximately 111 people named Manzano in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Manzano.

Origin: Iberian

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Spain

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Spanish

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Francisco
  • Marc

Female

  • Amaya
  • Helen
  • Juana
  • Louise
  • Sarah

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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