Válek
Válek is a surname of Czech and Slovak origin. It is most common in the Czech Republic and Slovakia and is also found among emigrant communities in North America and elsewhere. The name typically arises as a diminutive or patronymic form derived from a masculine given name; the exact root varies and may be linked to names beginning with Val-, such as Valentin, Valer, or Valdemar. The suffix -ek is a common diminutive in Czech and Slovak onomastics, and thus Válek can be read as a “little” or “son of” form.
Variants of the surname include Valek in non-diacritic contexts. Feminine forms in Czech and Slovak are usually
Geographic distribution: The surname is concentrated in the Czech lands—especially Bohemia—and in Slovakia. It is also
Notable bearers: The name is borne by individuals across fields such as science, culture, and sports within
See also: Related surnames and variants, including non-diacritic forms and feminine forms that may appear in