lipcsei

Lipcsei is a surname of Hungarian origin. It is believed to derive from the Hungarian word "lipcse," which refers to the city of Košice (formerly Kassa in Hungarian) in modern-day Slovakia. The name likely indicated a person who was from or associated with this city.

The surname Lipcsei can be found among Hungarian diaspora populations in various parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, and Romania. Like many surnames with geographical origins, it served as a way to identify individuals based on their place of origin.

Historical records indicate the presence of the Lipcsei surname in Hungary for several centuries. Variations in spelling may exist due to historical transcription practices and regional dialectal differences. The surname's prevalence is largely concentrated within communities that have a strong Hungarian heritage.

Genealogical research can reveal the specific origins and migration patterns of families bearing the Lipcsei surname. While the exact etymology is tied to a specific geographic location, the surname itself is a common example of how place names were adopted as family identifiers.