Manzanarez History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe distinguished surname Manzanarez has distinctly Spanish roots. In the case of the surname Manzanarez, it may be classified as a "toponymic surname" or a surname of local origin. The place name Manzano is derived from the Spanish word "manzano," meaning "apple tree." Early Origins of the Manzanarez familyThe surname Manzanarez was first found in Salamanca, in the province of Leon, as well as in Alava, in the province of Vascongadas in Spain. This surname was also found in Italy where it is believed to have been introduced by a family in 1083. Early History of the Manzanarez familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Manzanarez research. Another 93 words (7 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Manzanarez History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Manzanarez Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Macedo, Massana, Manzanares and others. Early Notables of the Manzanarez familyMore information is included under the topic Early Manzanarez Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Manzanarez familySome of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Andres Manzano who arrived in Veragua in 1535; Juan Manzano who emigrated to the Dominican Republic in 1561; and Cristobal Manzano who sailed to Guatemala in 1593. Later settlers included Ramon Antonio Del Manzano who sailed to Puerto Rico in 1859 at the age of 21.
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