Ivanskas

Ivanskas is a surname of Baltic origin, commonly found in Lithuania and Latvia. It is derived from the personal name Jonas, which is the Lithuanian and Latvian equivalent of John. The suffix "-as" is a typical Lithuanian patronymic or diminutive ending. Therefore, Ivanskas essentially means "son of Jonas" or "little Jonas." The surname is relatively widespread among people of Lithuanian and Latvian descent. Variations in spelling may exist due to historical transcription and regional dialects. Individuals bearing the Ivanskas surname can be found in various professions and locations globally, reflecting the emigration patterns of Baltic peoples over the centuries. It is not associated with any specific noble lineage or historical event, but rather represents a common ancestral naming convention.