Jakubiak

Jakubiak is a Polish surname. It is a patronymic surname, derived from the given name Jakub, which is the Polish equivalent of Jacob or James. Therefore, Jakubiak roughly translates to "son of Jakub" or "descendant of Jakub."

The surname is relatively common in Poland and can be found among Polish diaspora communities around the world. Like many Polish surnames, Jakubiak has variations in spelling and pronunciation depending on region and historical context.

The name Jakub itself has biblical origins, being the name of a significant figure in both the Old and New Testaments. The popularity of the given name contributed to the widespread adoption of surnames derived from it. The suffix "-iak" is a common Polish surname ending, often indicating familial descent.