Itzkow

Itzkow is a surname of Eastern European origin, commonly linked with Jewish communities in Poland and neighboring regions. The form likely derives from a patronymic or toponymic pattern, combining a given name such as Itzik (a Yiddish diminutive of Isaac) with a Slavic suffix like -ow, producing a meaning akin to “son of Itzik” or “from Itzik’s place.” Spelling varies with transliteration from Yiddish, Hebrew, or Cyrillic sources, yielding forms such as Itzkov, Itzkow, or Itzkoff.

The name occurs in diaspora records, particularly in North America and Israel, among families who trace their ancestry to Central or Eastern Europe. Itzkow is relatively uncommon, and there are no widely recognized biographies or encyclopedic entries associated with the name. When present, individuals bearing the surname have pursued a range of professions across different countries.

Variants and related surnames include Itzkov, Itzkowich, and Itzkovitz, which reflect similar linguistic processes. Genealogical research may help distinguish among these forms depending on ancestral records. Because Itzkow is not tied to a widely documented single lineage or place, precise origin may vary by family.