Debreczeni

Debreczeni is a Hungarian surname of toponymic origin, derived from Debrecen, the city in eastern Hungary. The suffix -i in Hungarian toponymic surnames denotes origin or association, effectively meaning “from Debrecen.” The form Debreczeni represents one variant created from the placename Debrecen; related forms include Debreceni.

The surname likely arose as families took the placename to identify origin, a common pattern in Hungarian onomastics. It is most typically found among Hungarian speakers and in the Hungarian diaspora.

Geographic distribution and usage: Debreczeni is most common in Hungary, with historical concentration in regions near Debrecen, such as Hajdú-Bihar. It is also borne by individuals and families within Hungarian communities abroad, including in neighboring Central European countries and in countries with established Hungarian expatriate populations.

Notable bearers: There are individuals with the surname across various fields, including sports, academia, and public life, primarily in Hungary. The name is not associated with a single widely recognized figure.

See also: Debrecen, Debreceni.