Thoroczkay
Thoroczkay is a surname of Hungarian origin. It is believed to be a toponymic surname, meaning it is derived from a place name. While the exact origin of the name is debated, it is thought to relate to a location in Hungary, possibly a village or estate. Surnames originating from place names were common in medieval Europe as a way to identify individuals by their geographical origin. The "cz" in Thoroczkay is a common Hungarian digraph. The spelling and variations of Hungarian surnames can differ due to historical transliteration practices and regional dialects.
Individuals bearing the Thoroczkay surname have contributed in various fields throughout history and in contemporary times.