polak
Polak is a surname of Slavic origin, most commonly found in Poland. The word "polak" itself translates to "Pole" in Polish, referring to a person from Poland. As a surname, it likely originated as an ethnonym, indicating a person's national or ethnic origin. Variations of the surname exist across different Slavic countries, reflecting linguistic nuances and historical migrations.
The surname Polak is widespread throughout Poland and is also found in significant numbers in countries with
In historical records, the surname Polak often appears in contexts related to land ownership, occupations, and