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Cano is primarily a surname of Spanish and Italian origin. It is widely found in Spanish-speaking countries and among communities with Hispanic heritage. The form Canó, with an acute accent, is common in many Spanish-language contexts, reflecting pronunciation for the final-syllable stress in some families.

The exact origin of the surname Cano is uncertain and likely has multiple independent lines of development. It may derive from a toponym, an occupational nickname, or a descriptive term that over time became hereditary. As with many surnames, migration and colonial history have spread Cano across the Americas, Europe, and beyond.

Notable individuals with the surname include Robinson Canó, a Dominican professional baseball second baseman who has played in Major League Baseball for several teams. The name also appears in various other domains, including literature and journalism, reflecting its broad distribution across different cultures and regions.