Cardozo

Cardozo refers to a surname, most notably associated with Benjamin N. Cardozo, an American jurist and legal scholar. He served as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States from 1932 until his death in 1938. Born in New York City in 1870, Cardozo had a distinguished career as a lawyer and later as a judge on the New York Court of Appeals, where he became Chief Judge. His judicial philosophy emphasized the evolving nature of law and the importance of judicial interpretation to meet societal changes. Cardozo's writings, particularly "The Nature of the Judicial Process," are considered foundational texts in legal theory.

The surname Cardozo also appears in other contexts, though less prominently. It is of Sephardic Jewish origin, suggesting ancestral roots in the Iberian Peninsula. Variations in spelling and pronunciation can be found among individuals bearing the name. Beyond the prominent jurist, the name may be found in various professional fields and geographical regions, reflecting a common surname rather than a singular, widely recognized entity. However, the legal legacy of Benjamin N. Cardozo remains the most significant association with the name in public discourse.