KOVACS
Kovacs
Kovacs is a Hungarian surname of occupational origin that means "smith" or "blacksmith" in Hungarian. It is one of the most common surnames in Hungary and is often associated with individuals of Hungarian descent.
The surname Kovacs is believed to have originated during the period when Hungarian surnames were adopted, which dates back to the late 19th century. It was common practice for individuals to adopt surnames that reflected their profession or social status, and as such, the surname Kovacs is likely to have been taken up by individuals who worked as blacksmiths at the time.
In the United Kingdom, the surname Kovacs is not as common as in Hungary but can still be found among British citizens of Hungarian origin. Due to the migration of people across borders and the fusion of different cultures, it is not uncommon for surnames from various origins to be present in the British population.
Individuals with the surname Kovacs may have diverse backgrounds and ancestral roots that trace back to Hungary. The surname Kovacs is part of the rich tapestry of British surnames and serves as a reminder of the historical and cultural connections between the United Kingdom and Hungary.
There are approximately 1,448 people named Kovacs in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,508th most common surname in Britain. Around 22 in a million people in Britain are named Kovacs.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Hungary
Language of origin: Hungarian
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Attila
- Gabor
- Istvan
- Laszlo
- Peter
- Robert
- Sandor
- Tamas
- Zoltan
- Zsolt
Female
- Agnes
- Andrea
- Anna
- Barbara
- Eva
- Ildiko
- Judit
- Katalin
- Kinga
- Krisztina
- Lynne
- Maria
- Szilvia
Similar and related surnames
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