Surname Trisinski - Meaning and Origin

Trisinski: What does the surname Trisinski mean?

The last name Trisinski does not have a specific meaning in the common languages such as English, French, German, or Spanish. It appears to be of Eastern European origin, possibly Polish, Lithuanian, or Ukrainian. However, the translation or specific meaning of this surname is not readily clear. Many Eastern European surnames have meanings related to occupations, geographical locations, or descriptive characteristics. To understand the exact meaning, if it has one, would require an expert in the specific language or a detailed genealogical investigation. It is also possible that the name has been modified or shortened over time from its original format.

Trisinski: Where does the name Trisinski come from?

The last name Trisinski is an Eastern European surname with origins in Croatia. It is most commonly found in the countries of Croatia, Slovenia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is believed to be derived from the Old Slavic word 'Tris', which meant 'three'.

Within Croatia, the last name Trisinski is most-prominent in the historic region of Slavonia. This region is located in the eastern-part of the country, bordered by Hungary to the north, and Bosnia and Herzegovina to the southwest. It used to be an independent region of Croatia, known as the Kingdom of Croatia-Slavonia from 1868-1918. It is in this region where the majority of individuals with the surname Trisinski are found today.

The surname is also found throughout much of the former Yugoslavia, and in smaller numbers in Austria, Czech Republic and Slovakia. It's also spread to other parts of Europe like the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, and France.

There may also be some people with the last name Trisinski in North and South America, who are descendants of Croatian immigrants. These communities are spread throughout America, with notable pockets in the United States (especially Texas, California, Illinois, New York, and Pennsylvania) as well as Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and Canada.

Variations of the surname Trisinski

The surname Trisinski has several variants, spellings and surnames of the same origin. Some of the common variants include Trizinsky, Tresinsky, Tresinski, Trissinskis, Trisinska and Trissinskis. The Polish spelling of this name is “Trisiński”, but it is also seen with other variations such as Tresinski and Trissinskis.

The surname Trisinski has a strong presence in former Polish regions, including Eastern Prussia, Lithuania, Austria, and Ukraine. It was also common in the area bordering current day Germany, Poland and Austria.

The origin of the surname Trisinski can be traced back to a place, usually a villa or town, and it is believed to have originated in Southeastern Poland near Lviv. It is also believed to have originated in the Ukraine or Lithuania, but this is less likely.

In English-speaking countries, the spelling of the surname Trisinski has been changed to Tresinsky. This is likely due to phonetic differences in pronunciation and spelling. Spelling variations of the surname Trisinski have been found in records dating back to 1283 in Kraków, Poland.

The surname Trisinski is found in many countries today, including the United States of America, Canada, Germany, and the United Kingdom. It is particularly popular throughout Eastern Europe.

Famous people with the name Trisinski

• Sophie Trisinski: an Australian actress, filmmaker, and sustainability advocate.
• Theo Trisinski: an Austrian sculptor, painter, and draughtsman best known for his large-scale public sculptures.
• Cate Trisinski: an Australian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist.
• Gabrielle Trisinski: a Canadian film composer and music producer.
• Geno Trisinski: an American football player.
• Peter Trisinski: a German footballer.
• Karol Trisinski: a Polish artist and painter.
• Mike Trisinski: an American basketball coach.
• Luka Trisinski: a Slovenian model and actor.
• Yvonne Trisinski: an American actress.

Other surnames

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