Karpinski

Karpinski is a surname of Polish origin. In Polish it is written Karpiński and is commonly anglicized as Karpinski in contexts where diacritics are omitted. The name is typically considered to be of toponymic or occupational origin, deriving from the root karp (carp) together with the suffix -ski, which often denotes belonging or origin from a place or family. Thus it may have originated as a designation for someone connected with carp or fishing, or from a place name formed with karp-.

Variant spellings include Karpiński (with the Polish diacritic), Karpinski (without diacritics), and transliterations such as Karpinsky in some languages. The feminine form in Polish is Karpińska, and the plural is Karpińscy.

Distribution and usage: The surname is relatively common in Poland and is also found among Polish communities abroad. It is among the many Polish surnames that spread through immigration to the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and other parts of Europe and the world. In English-language contexts, the spelling Karpinski is the prevailing form.

Notable bearers and references: The surname is borne by numerous individuals across fields such as science, academia, sports, and the arts. Because of its broad use, a comprehensive list of notable people bearing the name would be extensive and is typically compiled in biographical indexes or surname databases.

See also: Karpiński (surname) for the native Polish form and related etymologies.