Mandić

Mandić is a South Slavic surname. It is prevalent primarily in Montenegro, Serbia, and Croatia, but can also be found in other countries with South Slavic diaspora communities.

Etymology and Origin:

The surname Mandić is generally considered to be derived from the given name "Mando," a diminutive form of names such as "Mandalena" or "Mandislav." The suffix "-ić" is a common Slavic patronymic suffix, indicating "son of" or "descendant of." Thus, Mandić roughly translates to "son of Mando" or "descendant of Mando."

Distribution:

As noted, the surname is most commonly found in Montenegro, Serbia, and Croatia. Within these countries, its distribution may vary regionally. Statistical data from census records and surname databases can provide more specific information on regional concentrations.

Notable People:

• Specific notable individuals with the surname Mandić would be listed here, accompanied by brief biographical information and their claim to fame. (e.g., "Andrija Mandić, Montenegrin politician.")

Related Surnames:

Related surnames might include variations of the name or surnames with a similar etymological origin.

See Also:

• Slavic surnames
• Patronymic surnames