Surname · Czech origin
Cerny
Meaning
The surname Cerny means Black, dark-haired.
Origin
Czech
Type
descriptive
Variants
1
The origin of the surname Cerny
Černý means “black,” for dark hair or complexion.
What kind of surname is Cerny?
Cerny 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 Cerny
You may also see this surname written as:
- Černý
Other Czech surnames
Other descriptive surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Cerny mean?
The surname Cerny means Black, dark-haired. Černý means “black,” for dark hair or complexion.
Where does the surname Cerny come from?
Cerny is a surname of Czech origin.
What kind of surname is Cerny?
Cerny is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic.
What are other spellings of Cerny?
Variant spellings of Cerny include Černý.
What are other Czech surnames?
Other Czech surnames include Benes, Dvorak, Fiala, Horak, Kral, Kucera.