erszámi

erszámi is a surname of Hungarian origin. It is derived from the given name Erzsébet, the Hungarian form of Elizabeth, combined with the possessive suffix "-i". This indicates "belonging to Erzsébet" or "of Erzsébet". Surnames of this type, where a given name is incorporated into a family name, are common in Hungarian culture, often denoting lineage or association with an ancestral figure. The name Erzsébet itself has biblical roots, originating from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning "my God is abundance" or "my God is my oath".

The prevalence of the erszámi surname can be found primarily in Hungary, though it may also be present in communities with Hungarian diaspora, such as in neighboring countries or in nations with significant Hungarian immigration. Like many surnames, erszámi may have variations in spelling over time or due to transcription in different languages, though erszámi remains the most common form. Individuals bearing this surname are part of the broader Hungarian cultural heritage. Further genealogical research would be necessary to trace specific family lines and their historical distribution.