könnylé

Könnyel is a Hungarian surname. Its literal translation from Hungarian is "lighthearted" or "carefree." As a surname, it likely originated as a descriptive nickname given to someone who was perceived to have such a disposition. Surnames derived from personal characteristics or qualities were common during the historical development of surname systems in many European cultures, including Hungary.

The prevalence of the könnyel surname is relatively low. While exact figures are difficult to ascertain without specific genealogical databases, it is not among the most common Hungarian surnames. Individuals bearing the könnyel surname can be found in Hungary and also in diaspora communities, particularly in countries with significant Hungarian immigration such as the United States, Canada, and Australia. Like many surnames, its historical usage can be traced back through civil and church records. Further research into specific family histories would be required to detail the exact origins and spread of particular könnyel lineages.