Krasnopillias

Krasnopillias is a Ukrainian surname of toponymic origin, derived from the place name Krasnopillia. Krasnopillia itself is a common toponym in Ukraine, literally meaning "beautiful field" or "red field." The suffix "-ia" denotes a place. Therefore, the surname Krasnopillias likely indicates an ancestor who hailed from a place named Krasnopillia.

Several localities in Ukraine bear the name Krasnopillia. The most prominent is the urban-type settlement Krasnopillia in Sumy Oblast, which is the administrative center of the Krasnopillia Raion. Other villages with the same name exist in different oblasts across Ukraine. Individuals bearing the Krasnopillias surname may trace their ancestry to one of these locations.

The surname is relatively common within Ukraine. Like many surnames, its exact historical spread and demographic distribution can be complex, influenced by migration patterns and historical events. The transcription of Slavic surnames into other alphabets can also lead to variations, though Krasnopillias remains a generally consistent form. The presence of the surname in diaspora communities, particularly in countries with significant Ukrainian emigration, is also noted.