Etzovou

Etzovou is a surname of Czech origin that appears primarily in Central Europe. The name is a variant of the more common surname Etzov, with the addition of the Czech feminine suffix –ová, which is used to form the female form of family names. As such, Etzovou is typically borne by women from families bearing the surname Etzov; the male counterpart remains Etzov. The name is derived historically from the habitation or occupation of an ancestor, possibly linked to the Czech word „etz“ (though the exact etymology remains uncertain). In genealogical records, the surname appears in parish registers in regions such as Moravia and Silesia, indicating that families bearing the name were present in these areas since at least the 18th century. In the 19th century, migration patterns show that members of the Etzov/Etzovou families moved to industrial centers such as Brno and to the United States, where they settled in Wisconsin and Illinois. Today, the surname is relatively uncommon, with a small number of living bearers in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and among descendants abroad. Numerous individuals with the surname have been recorded in local histories, community organizations, and sports clubs, contributing to the cultural tapestry of their respective regions.