Surname · Czech origin
Novak
Meaning
The surname Novak means Newcomer, new man.
Origin
Czech
Type
descriptive
Variants
1
The origin of the surname Novak
Novák, the most common Czech surname, comes from nový, “new.”
What kind of surname is Novak?
Novak is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic. It belongs to the Czech naming tradition — you can read how Czech surnames were formed on our Czech last names page.
Variants & spellings of Novak
You may also see this surname written as:
- Novák
Other Czech surnames
Other descriptive surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Novak mean?
The surname Novak means Newcomer, new man. Novák, the most common Czech surname, comes from nový, “new.”
Where does the surname Novak come from?
Novak is a surname of Czech origin.
What kind of surname is Novak?
Novak is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic.
What are other spellings of Novak?
Variant spellings of Novak include Novák.
What are other Czech surnames?
Other Czech surnames include Benes, Cerny, Dvorak, Fiala, Horak, Kral.