szomjas

Szomjas is a surname of Hungarian origin. The word "szomjas" in Hungarian translates to "thirsty." As a surname, it is likely to have originated as a descriptive nickname given to someone who was frequently thirsty, or perhaps to someone who lived near a source of water. Surnames derived from descriptive nicknames are common across many cultures. The prevalence of the Szomjas surname is most notable in Hungary and among Hungarian diaspora communities. Like many surnames, its exact origin and initial bearer are difficult to pinpoint definitively without extensive genealogical research. The name has been recorded in various historical documents and is present in modern-day Hungary. Variations in spelling are uncommon for this particular surname.