jedin

Jedin is a surname of Czech and Slovak origin. It is derived from the given name Jedn, which itself is a shortened form of longer names containing the element "jed-" meaning "one" or "united." The name can be found in various forms across Slavic languages, often relating to concepts of unity or being singular.

The distribution of the surname Jedin is most prevalent in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, though it can also be found in smaller numbers in neighboring countries and among diaspora communities. Like many surnames, its origins are tied to historical naming conventions, possibly indicating the occupation, place of origin, or a paternal lineage. Research into specific family trees can often provide more detailed historical context for individual families bearing the Jedin name.