Meaning & History
Tóthová is the Slovak feminine form of the surname Tóth. The root Tóth is derived from the Hungarian word tót, meaning "Slovak" or "Slovene." This etymological origin reflects historical Hungarian usage, where tót was used as an exonym for Slavic peoples to the north and west, particularly Slovaks and Slovenes. The surname Tóth is one of the most common in Hungary, signifying someone of Slovak or Slovene ancestry. The feminine suffix -ová standardly denotes a female bearer in Slovak, making Tóthová a [grammatical matchups](https://www.namehub.info/grammar/slovak-feminine-suffixes) for women.
In Slovakia, the surname Tóthová is widespread and ranks among the more frequent surnames. Its distribution, as documented by demographic databases such as Forebears, shows a notable concentration throughout Slovakia, especially in regions bordering Hungary, where historic population movements have enriched the onomastic landscape.
- Meaning: "Slovak" or "Slovene" in origin
- Origin: Hungarian exonym for Slavic peoples
- Type: Surname (feminine form)
- Usage Regions: Principally Slovakia
Sources: Forebears — tóthová