Cserepes

Cserepes is a Hungarian surname. It is derived from the Hungarian word "cserepes," which means tiled or shingled. This suggests that the name may have originated as an occupational surname, referring to someone who worked with or manufactured tiles or shingles for roofing. Alternatively, it could have been a nickname for someone whose house had a tiled roof. Like many surnames, its precise origins can be difficult to trace definitively without extensive genealogical research. The surname is relatively uncommon but can be found in Hungary and among Hungarian diaspora communities. Individuals bearing the surname Cserepes have contributed to various fields throughout history, though specific notable individuals are not widely documented in general historical records solely based on this surname. The distribution of the name is primarily concentrated in Hungary, with smaller populations in countries where Hungarian emigration has occurred.