Kopitar

Kopitar is a Slovenian occupational surname derived from the Slovene word kopito, meaning "hoof." It originally referred to a shoer of horses, a trade essential in agrarian and equestrian societies. The name is most common in Slovenia.

Notable Bearers

• Anže Kopitar (born 1987), a professional ice hockey center for the Los Angeles Kings, one of the most famous Slovenian athletes internationally.
• Jernej Kopitar (1780–1844), a linguist and philologist who played a key role in the development of Slavic studies and the modern Slovene language.
• Matjaž Kopitar (born 1965), a former ice hockey player and coach.
• Gašper Kopitar (born 1992), a Slovenian ice hockey player.
• Rok Kopitar (born 1959), a Slovenian hurdler.

Key Facts

• Origin: Slovene
• Type: Occupational surname
• Meaning: From the word kopito (hoof), referring to a horseshoer or farrier
• Usage: Primarily in Slovenia