Gonczary

Gonczary is a Polish surname. It is a relatively uncommon surname, found predominantly in Poland. It is believed to derive from the occupation of a potter or ceramicist. The word "goncarz" in Polish (historically spelled "gonczarz") refers to a potter. The surname would therefore have originated as a name denoting a person who worked with clay and produced pottery. Variations in spelling and pronunciation may exist in different regions. Genealogical research would be necessary to determine the specific lineage and geographical origins of individual families bearing the surname Gonczary.