polány

Polány is a surname of Hungarian origin. It is derived from the given name Pál, the Hungarian form of Paul. The suffix "-ány" is a common Hungarian diminutive or patronymic ending. Therefore, Polány can be interpreted as "son of Pál" or a diminutive form of Pál.

The surname is found primarily in Hungary and among people of Hungarian descent. Variations in spelling may exist due to historical transcription practices or regional dialects. Like many surnames, Polány would have originally indicated a family lineage or association with a particular person named Pál.

Notable individuals with the surname Polány, though less common than some other Hungarian surnames, contribute to its presence in various fields. Genealogical research can trace the origins and spread of families bearing this name. The name itself reflects the historical linguistic patterns of the Hungarian language and its naming conventions.