JANKOVIC

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Jankovic Jankovic is a surname of Serbian origin, derived from the given name Janko, a diminutive of Jan. The name is most commonly found in Serbia and neighbouring countries in the Balkan region. However, it is also present in other parts of the world due to migration and diaspora.

The Jankovic surname is a patronymic, indicating descent from a person named Janko. In Serbian naming tradition, surnames often end with the suffix -ic, denoting "son of".

Individuals bearing the surname Jankovic have contributed to various fields such as sports, politics, academia, and the arts. Notable bearers of this surname include tennis player Jelena Jankovic and politician Bogoljub Jankovic.

The surname Jankovic is part of the rich tapestry of British society, reflecting the diverse cultural heritage and history of the United Kingdom through its bearers.

There are approximately 185 people named Jankovic in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Jankovic.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Adrian
Dejan
Ivan
Michael
Milan
Nicholas
Petar
Peter
Rudi
Victor
Zoran

Female

Alexandra
Gordana
Ivana
Kathleen
Liliana
Marina
Marta
Pearl
Vera
Veronica