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Ukrayinskyi is a surname of Ukrainian origin. It is derived from the word "ukrainets," meaning a person from Ukraine. The surname is common in Ukraine and among the Ukrainian diaspora. It can be transliterated into English in various ways, including Ukrainian, Ukrainsky, and Ukrinski.

The prevalence of surnames related to national or regional identity is a common phenomenon across many cultures. In Ukraine, names that indicate a person's origin or connection to the land have historically been widespread. The surname Ukrayinskyi likely emerged as a way to identify individuals from the region of Ukraine.

Like many surnames, Ukrayinskyi can be found in various countries where Ukrainian immigrants have settled. This includes countries such as Canada, the United States, Brazil, and others with significant Ukrainian communities. The surname's spelling may have undergone slight alterations over time due to transliteration practices and linguistic adaptations in different countries.