Ptáček

Ptáček is a Czech surname meaning "little bird" or "birdie." It is a common surname in the Czech Republic. The name derives from the Czech word "pták" (bird) with the diminutive suffix "-ček." Surnames derived from animals were common in many cultures, often reflecting a perceived characteristic or occupation related to the animal. In this case, "Ptáček" may have been used to describe someone who was nimble, cheerful, or a bird catcher.