PANAS
Panas
Overview
Panas is a British surname of Eastern European origin, commonly found in countries such as Poland, Ukraine, and Belarus. It is a variation of the surname Panasiuk, which derives from the Greek name Athanasios, meaning "immortal" or "eternal".
Distribution
The surname Panas is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with most occurrences linked to individuals or families with Eastern European heritage who have migrated to the country.
Notable Individuals
Notable individuals with the surname Panas include:
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Yuri Panas - A prominent Ukrainian journalist known for his investigative reporting and commentary on political affairs.
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Natalia Panas - An acclaimed Polish artist renowned for her surrealist paintings and sculptures.
Cultural Significance
The Panas surname carries cultural significance, reflecting the ancestral roots and heritage of those who bear it. It symbolises a connection to Eastern European traditions and history, enriching the diverse tapestry of British society.
There are approximately 56 people named Panas in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Panas.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Poland
Language of origin: Polish
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Basil
- Christopher
- Howard
- Petro
- Wladimir
Female
- Kathleen
- Monika
- Natasha
- Sophie
- Sylvia
Similar and related surnames
- Paans
- Pagnam
- Pagniez
- Painal
- Paines
- Pains
- Painz
- Pan
- Pana
- Panac
- Panag
- Panagi
- Panagis
- Panah
- Panait
- Panak
- Panal
- Panall
- Panar
- Panasi
- Panat
- Panatt
- Panay
- Panayi
- Panayis
- Panes
- Panesa
- Panis
- Panks
- Panles
- Panna
- Pannack
- Pannal
- Pannese
- Panos
- Pans
- Panse
- Panus
- Paynes
- Peans
- Pegna
- Pena
- Penas
- Penasa
- Penay
- Penna
- Pennay
- Penns
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.