Ionescu

Ionescu is a Romanian surname. It is one of the most common surnames in Romania.

Etymology and Meaning:

The surname Ionescu is patronymic, derived from the Romanian given name "Ion," which is equivalent to "John" in English. The "-escu" suffix is a common Romanian suffix indicating "son of" or "belonging to." Therefore, Ionescu literally translates to "son of Ion" or "belonging to Ion."

Distribution:

The surname Ionescu is primarily found in Romania. Due to Romanian emigration and diaspora, it can also be found in countries with significant Romanian communities, such as the United States, Canada, France, Germany, Spain, and Italy.

Notable People with the Surname Ionescu:

The surname Ionescu has been borne by numerous notable individuals in various fields, including:

• Eugene Ionesco (also spelled Ionescu): A Romanian-French playwright, a key figure in the Theatre of the Absurd.
• There have been various other individuals named Ionescu active in Romanian politics, academia, sports, and the arts. Due to the commonality of the name, specific notable individuals require further disambiguation within their respective fields.