Pronunciation: [mˈuːnjə͡ʊz] (IPA) 
The spelling of the surname "Munoz" can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) phonetic transcription. The first syllable "Mu" is pronounced as /mu/, with the "u" sounding like the "oo" in "moon". The second syllable "noz" is pronounced as /noz/, with the "o" sounding like the "o" in "cot" and the "z" sounding like the "s" in "sand". Therefore, the correct spelling of the surname is M-u-n-o-z /muːnɔz/.
Munoz is a Spanish surname of patronymic origin derived from the given name "Muño" or "Munio." It is predominantly found in Spain and other Spanish-speaking countries. The surname Munoz typically signifies "son of Muño" or "descendant of Muño."
The given name Muño or Munio has Germanic origins, derived from the Old High German name "Manno," which translates to "man" or "warrior." It was a common practice in medieval Spain to use patronymic surnames indicating lineage or descent. As a result, the surname Munoz came into existence to specify the ancestral link to a person named Muño or Munio.
Individuals with the surname Munoz are often recognized as part of a longstanding Spanish lineage. The name has various regional spellings and pronunciations, such as Muñoz, Munõz, or Muños. It is significant to note that the tilde (~) placed above the letter "n" (ñ) in the Spanish variant, Muñoz, symbolizes a uniquely Spanish sound, pronounced as "nyuh."
The surname Munoz is frequently encountered among Spanish-speaking populations, not only in Spain but also in Latin American countries such as Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, and others. It carries a cultural and historical significance, representing a connection to Spanish roots and heritage.
The surname "Munoz" is of Spanish origin. It is derived from the old Spanish personal name "Munuço", which itself came from the Germanic name "Monnucca" or "Munnucca". The Germanic name was composed of the elements "mun", meaning "protection" or "strong", and "ucca", which was a diminutive suffix. Over time, "Munuço" evolved into "Munoz", and it eventually became a hereditary surname.
