Novak

Novak is a surname of Czech, Slovak, Polish, and Sorbian origin. Despite its Eastern European origins, it is also found in the UK. The surname Novak is a common name in countries such as the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, and Slovenia.

In the United Kingdom, the surname Novak is typically associated with individuals or families of Eastern European descent who have immigrated to Britain. The name may have been Anglicised from its original form to fit the English-language conventions.

The name Novak is derived from the word "new" in Czech, Slovak, and Polish, suggesting that the original bearers of the name were newcomers or newcomers to a particular area or settlement. This suggests that the name may have originated as a nickname for immigrants or those who arrived in a new place.

The surname Novak has a long history and is found in various historical records and documents. It is also a relatively rare surname in the UK compared to more common British surnames.

Individuals bearing the surname Novak may have diverse backgrounds and ancestries, reflecting the multicultural nature of British society. The surname Novak, despite its foreign origins, has become a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames seen in the country today.

There are approximately 851 people named Novak in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,385th most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Novak.

Origin: Slavic

Region of origin: Europe

Religion of origin: Christian

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Christopher
  • David
  • Jaroslav
  • John
  • Mark
  • Martin
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Petr
  • Stephen
  • Steven

Female

  • Angela
  • Anna
  • Elizabeth
  • Jan
  • Janice
  • Karen
  • Laura
  • Linda
  • Lisa
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Michelle
  • Sandra
  • Zofia

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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