Dostával

Dostál is a surname of Czech origin. The feminine form is Dostálová, in line with Czech naming conventions. The name is most common in the Czech Republic and is also found in Slovakia and among Czech diaspora communities abroad. In non-Czech contexts it is often rendered as Dostal, lacking diacritics.

Etymology and origin: The surname is generally linked to the verb dostat, meaning “to obtain” or “to receive,” and to the past participle dostal. It is thought to have originated as a nickname describing a person who had recently obtained something or who was deemed capable of obtaining things, later becoming a hereditary family name. Regional pronunciation and orthography have produced variants and adaptations over time.

Distribution and usage: Dostál is widely recorded in Czech and Slovak historical and contemporary sources. The gendered form Dostálová is used for women, while men bear Dostál. The name appears across different social strata and professions, reflecting its broad geographic and historical distribution.

Notable bearers: The surname is associated with individuals in various fields, including science, culture, and sports, though specific names may vary by region and era. In onomastic references, Dostál is recognized as a relatively common Czech surname with a long-standing presence in Czech-speaking communities.

See also: A non-diacritic variant, Dostal, is commonly encountered in international contexts.