Nastase
Nastase is a Romanian surname. In Romanian writing the name is typically spelled Năstase, with a diacritic on the a, but the form Nastase without diacritics is also common in English-language usage. The surname is of Romanian linguistic origin and is found among Romanians and people of Romanian descent.
The best-known bearer is Ilie Năstase (born 1946), a former professional tennis player who rose to prominence
Beyond Ilie Năstase, the surname appears among other Romanians in various fields, including sports, politics, and
Năstase remains a recognizable name in Romanian culture and in the history of tennis, serving as a