Meaning & History
Kopecká is a Czech feminine surname, the female form of Kopecký. It is derived from the Czech word kopec meaning "hill," and originally denoted someone who lived near a hill.
The surname is primarily found in Czechia and Slovakia, and it shares its root with other topographic Czech surnames indicating a person's place of residence or geographical feature. The masculine form Kopecký is significantly more common, but Kopecká is used for women in accordance with Czech naming customs, which often add the suffix "-á" to form feminine equivalents of masculine surnames.
Notable Bearers
Several women with the surname Kopecká have gained recognition, particularly in sports and arts:
- Julia Kopecká (born 2004) – Czech racing cyclist who has competed in international events.
While many prominent bearers use the masculine form Kopecký, the feminine form Kopecká continues to be used in modern times as a marker of gender in Czech surnames.
- Meaning: From Czech kopec, "hill"
- Origin: Czech/Slavic toponymic
- Type: Feminine form of Kopecký
- Usage regions: Czech Republic, Slovakia
Sources: Wikipedia — Kopecký