Kőszegi

Kőszegi is a Hungarian surname and also the adjectival form relating to Kőszeg, a town in Vas county, Hungary.

As a surname, Kőszegi likely originated as a toponymic surname, indicating that the bearer or their ancestor came from or was associated with the town of Kőszeg. The suffix "-i" in Hungarian surnames often denotes origin or association.

As an adjective, "kőszegi" is used to describe things that are from or related to Kőszeg. For example, "kőszegi bor" refers to wine from Kőszeg, and "kőszegi vár" refers to Kőszeg Castle.

The town of Kőszeg has a rich history, dating back to Roman times, and played a significant role in defending Hungary against Ottoman invasions. The name "Kőszeg" itself is derived from the Hungarian words "kő" (stone) and "szeg" (corner), referring to a stone castle built at a corner of the Roman road.