Martyniuk

Martyniuk is a surname of Ukrainian origin. It is derived from the given name Martyn, which is the Ukrainian equivalent of Martin. The suffix "-yuk" is a common Ukrainian patronymic suffix, indicating "son of" or "descendant of." Therefore, Martyniuk literally translates to "son of Martyn" or "descendant of Martin."

The surname is found primarily in Ukraine and among Ukrainian diaspora communities in countries such as Poland, Canada, the United States, and Argentina. The spelling of the name may vary depending on transliteration from Ukrainian to other languages (e.g., Martyniuk, Martyniuk).

Individuals with the surname Martyniuk may have historical ties to various regions of Ukraine. Like many Ukrainian surnames, its prevalence in specific areas can sometimes offer clues to ancestral origins, though broad distribution is also common.