étkeztalon

Étkeztalon is a Hungarian surname. Its literal translation from Hungarian is "at the meal" or "at feeding." This likely refers to a historical occupational surname, perhaps for someone who served food, worked in a kitchen, or was associated with a place where meals were served. Surnames originating from occupations or places were common in many cultures as populations grew and surnames became necessary for identification. The surname is most prevalent in Hungary and among Hungarian diaspora communities. Like many surnames, its spelling and pronunciation may have slight variations over time or across different regions. The etymology suggests a practical origin tied to daily life and sustenance in medieval Hungary. Tracing the surname's history can offer insights into social structures and the daily lives of ancestors who bore the name.