Novogrudski

Novogrudski is a surname of likely Eastern European origin. The name is most commonly found in countries with a historical Jewish population, such as Belarus, Poland, and Ukraine. Its etymology is believed to be derived from the town of Novogrudok (now Navahrudak in Belarus). The suffix "-ski" is a common Slavic patronymic or toponymic indicator, meaning "of" or "from." Therefore, Novogrudski likely signifies an individual or family originating from or associated with the town of Novogrudok. The spelling variations may exist due to transliteration from Cyrillic or Yiddish scripts. While the name is associated with Jewish heritage, it is also found among individuals of other ethnic backgrounds in the region. Notable individuals bearing the surname may be found in various fields of endeavor, reflecting the widespread diaspora of people from this historical area.