Pataky

Pataky is a surname of Hungarian origin. It appears in Hungary and among communities with Hungarian heritage, and it is found in various countries due to migration.

Origin and meaning: The name is commonly linked to the Hungarian word patak, meaning creek or brook. Surnames in Hungarian often derive from place names or descriptive terms, and Pataky is thought to have originated as a toponymic or descriptive surname.

Notable people with the surname include Elsa Pataky (born 1976), a Spanish–Argentine actress and model known for her work in film and television, including appearances in the Fast & Furious franchise.

Variant spellings and related names include Pataki, and other transliterations may produce similar forms in different languages.