sklenic

Sklenic is a surname of Central European origin, predominantly found in the Czech Republic and Poland. The name is believed to derive from the Czech word *sklenice*, meaning “glass” or “glazier,” indicating an ancestral occupation in glassmaking or related craft trades. Historically, surnames such as Sklenic were often used to identify families by their primary profession, thus many early bearers of the name were likely involved in the production or repair of glassware in medieval towns and villages.

In addition to its use as a family name, Sklenic is also listed as a place name in several small settlements. One instance is the village of Sklenice (sometimes spelled Sklenic in older records) located in the South Moravian Region of the Czech Republic, a community characterized by agricultural activity and traditional Moravian architecture. These geographic references are usually quite small, comprising a few dozen households and serving as local administrative units within their respective districts.

Notable individuals bearing the surname include the Polish chemist Józef Sklenic, who contributed to early 20th-century research on sodium compounds, and the Czech historian Marek Sklenic, whose work on the industrial history of Hussite towns has been cited in multiple academic journals. While the name remains relatively uncommon, it continues to be carried by families who preserve its historical connection to glass craftsmanship and the cultural heritage of Central Europe.