Manzo

Manzo is a term with several uses rooted in the Italian language and found as a surname. In Italian, manzo denotes the flesh of cattle and is used to refer to beef; a phrase such as carne di manzo literally means beef. In historical or literary contexts the word can appear as a generic reference to cattle or livestock in older texts.

As a surname, Manzo is of Italian origin. Surnames derived from cattle-related occupations or descriptors were common in Italy, and Manzo likely originated as an occupational or descriptive nickname linked to cattle herding, farming, or the beef trade. The name is found among people of Italian ancestry and is present in Italy as well as in countries with Italian diaspora, including the Americas and parts of Europe.

In modern times, individuals with the surname Manzo have gained recognition in various fields, including sports, arts, academia, and public life. Migration and diaspora have contributed to the spread of the name beyond its Italian heartland, where it often appears in communities with Southern Italian heritage.

Related names and variants include Manzi and Manzano, which may reflect regional pronunciation differences or linguistic evolution. The name is sometimes confused with similarly spelled surnames but is distinct in origin and meaning.

See also: Manzi, Manzano, Manzoni.