Jastrzbski

Jastrzbski is a Polish surname. In standard Polish, the form is Jastrzębski, and the name is understood as toponymic in origin, indicating a connection with a place name or locality.

Etymology and origin: The surname is typically derived from places named Jastrzębie, Jastrząb, or similar roots meaning hawk in Polish. The suffix -ski is a common toponymic and adjective-forming ending in Polish, used to denote origin or association with a place or family estate. Thus, Jastrzębski would originally signify someone from a place called Jastrzębie/Jastrząb or ownership/affiliation with that locality.

Variants and orthography: The name is commonly written with diacritics as Jastrzębski in Polish. In non-Polish contexts or on older records, it often appears as Jastrzbski or Jastrzebski, reflecting transcription without diacritics. These variants refer to the same surname and can be found in historical documents, immigration records, and international contexts.

Geographic distribution and usage: The surname is most prevalent in Poland and among people of Polish descent abroad. Communities with Polish heritage in North America, the United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, and other countries include bearers of the name. As a toponymic surname, it is one of many that indicate geographic origin and can be found across diverse regions and professions.