Bartuska

The surname Bartuska is a Czech and Slovak family name. It is a patronymic surname, meaning it is derived from a given name, in this case, the given name "Bartoloměj" (Bartholomew). The suffix "-ka" is a diminutive suffix, often used to indicate a son or descendant of someone with the given name "Bartoš" or a similar short form of "Bartoloměj." Therefore, Bartuska literally translates to "son of Bartoš" or "descendant of Bartholomew."

Surnames like Bartuska became established in Central Europe during the Middle Ages as populations grew and a need arose to distinguish individuals beyond their given names. The surname Bartuska, and its variations, can still be found in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and among communities with Czech and Slovak heritage worldwide. Variations of the name may include Bartošek, Bartoš, and Bartošů. The frequency and distribution of the surname can be traced through genealogical records and historical census data.