Hivas

Hivas is a term that can refer to several different things, most notably a surname of Hungarian origin and a former municipality in Hungary. As a surname, Hivas is found among people of Hungarian descent. Its etymology is generally considered to be derived from the Hungarian word "hív" meaning "to call" or "to summon," possibly indicating an ancestral occupation related to calling or messengers.

The former municipality of Hivas was located in the Zala County of Hungary. It was a small rural settlement. In 1950, the municipality of Hivas was merged with the neighboring municipality of Pölöske, and it ceased to exist as an independent administrative entity. The area where Hivas was located is now part of Pölöske. Historical records and local geography may still reference the former location of Hivas.

Additionally, "Hivas" might appear in other contexts, such as place names or as a word in other languages with different meanings. However, the Hungarian surname and the former Hungarian municipality are the most common associations with the term. Information about the Hivas surname can be found in genealogical resources, while details about the former municipality are typically found in Hungarian historical and geographical archives.