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Gallo is a surname of Italian origin derived from gallo, meaning rooster. It is common among Italian communities worldwide and in Spanish-speaking countries where it was adopted through immigration. The name has been borne by many notable people across diverse fields, including the arts, science, and public life.

The most prominent association with the name in commerce is E. & J. Gallo Winery, founded in 1933

In addition to the surname, Gallo also occurs as the Italian and Spanish word for rooster, used

in
Modesto,
California,
by
Ernest
and
Julio
Gallo.
The
family-owned
company
grew
into
one
of
the
largest
wine
producers
in
the
United
States
and
one
of
the
world’s
leading
wine
brands,
with
a
portfolio
spanning
affordable
to
premium
wines
and
a
global
distribution
network.
in
everyday
language
and
in
cultural
references.
The
term
appears
in
brand
names,
corporate
identities,
and
place
names
in
various
regions,
reflecting
its
linguistic
origin.