Černý (or Černá for the feminine form) is a Czech surname that translates to "black."
This surname, common in the Czech Republic, originated as a descriptive name relating to a person's physical characteristics, most likely referring to someone with dark hair or a dark complexion. Like many surnames worldwide, it began as a way to distinguish individuals within a community before surnames became hereditary.
Here's a breakdown:
- Meaning: "Black" in Czech.
- Origin: Descriptive, likely related to hair color or complexion.
- Language: Czech.
- Variations: Černá (feminine form).
- Commonality: A frequently found surname in the Czech Republic.
