Šabanović

Šabanović is a surname common in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, and other regions of the former Yugoslavia. It is a patronymic surname, meaning it is derived from a male ancestor named Šaban. The suffix "-ović" is a common Slavic suffix indicating "son of" or "descendant of." Therefore, Šabanović literally means "son of Šaban" or "descendant of Šaban."

The given name Šaban itself is of Arabic origin (Sha'ban) and is the eighth month of the Islamic calendar. Its adoption as a personal name spread through the Ottoman Empire's influence in the Balkans.

Due to its origin and distribution, the surname is primarily associated with individuals of Bosniak or Muslim heritage, although it can also be found among other ethnic groups in the region who have historical connections to Islam or shared cultural influences.

Notable individuals with the surname Šabanović (or variations thereof) may exist in various fields, such as sports, politics, academia, and the arts. However, specific examples would require additional research to confirm and are beyond the scope of this general surname definition. The prevalence of the surname varies geographically within the regions mentioned above.