cudzysowów

Cudzysowów is a surname of Polish origin. It is derived from the word "cudzy," meaning "stranger" or "foreign." This type of surname, known as a patronymic or occupational surname, often indicated a person's origin or profession. In this case, it may have referred to someone who was a stranger to the community or who dealt with foreign goods or people. Like many Polish surnames, it likely originated from a given name or a descriptive nickname that evolved over time. The spelling variations can occur due to historical transcription practices and regional dialects. Surnames like Cudzysowów became hereditary and passed down through generations, helping to identify families. The prevalence of this surname is primarily concentrated in Poland.