Száraz

Száraz is a Hungarian surname that translates to "dry" in English. It is relatively uncommon and can be found in various regions of Hungary. The name is derived from the Hungarian word "száraz," which means dry, and it may have originally been used to describe someone who lived in a dry area or had a dry personality.

Notable People with the Surname Száraz

• Imre Száraz - A notable Hungarian writer and poet known for his contributions to Hungarian literature.
• János Száraz - A Hungarian politician who has served in various governmental roles.

Geographical Distribution

The surname Száraz is most commonly found in Hungary, but it can also be found in Hungarian communities around the world, particularly in countries with significant Hungarian diaspora populations such as the United States, Canada, and Australia.

Etymology

The word "száraz" in Hungarian means "dry." The surname likely originated as a descriptive name for someone who lived in a dry area or had a dry personality. It is a part of a larger category of Hungarian surnames that are derived from adjectives.

Related Surnames

• Nagy - Another common Hungarian surname, meaning "big" or "great."
• Kovács - A Hungarian surname meaning "smith."
• Tóth - A Hungarian surname that originally referred to a person from Slovakia.

See Also

• Hungarian language
• Hungarian names
• List of Hungarian surnames