holub

Holub is a surname of Slavic origin, derived from the word "holub," which means "pigeon" in Czech, Slovak, and Polish. It is also found in other Slavic languages, such as Ukrainian and Russian, where it is spelled "Голуб" and pronounced similarly. The name has been used for centuries and is relatively common in Eastern Europe. Notable individuals with the surname Holub include:

- Jan Holub (1921-1944), a Czech resistance fighter during World War II.

- Petr Holub (born 1960), a Czech politician and former Prime Minister of the Czech Republic.

- Petr Holub (born 1986), a Czech ice hockey player.

The surname Holub is also used as a given name, particularly in Czech and Slovak cultures. In these contexts, it is often used as a diminutive of the name Jan or Petr, meaning "little pigeon." The name has a long history and is associated with various notable figures in Eastern European history and culture.