BenZvi

BenZvi is a surname of Hebrew origin, meaning "son of Zvi." Zvi itself is a Hebrew word meaning "deer" or "gazelle." The surname is of Sephardic Jewish origin, meaning it is believed to have originated with Jewish communities in the Iberian Peninsula before their expulsion in 1492.

Over time, as Jewish families dispersed, the BenZvi surname was carried to various parts of the world, including the Middle East, North Africa, Europe, and the Americas. It is found in Israel and among Jewish diaspora communities globally. While not an extremely common surname, it is recognizable and associated with families who trace their ancestry back to Sephardic roots. Notable individuals bearing the BenZvi surname may exist in various fields, contributing to their respective communities and professions. Research into specific family histories can reveal more detailed genealogical information and the particular branches of the BenZvi lineage.