Rapšys

Rapšys is a Lithuanian surname. It is most commonly found in Lithuania. The surname likely derives from the Lithuanian word "rapšas," referring to a type of fast-growing weed (specifically, charlock or wild mustard, Sinapis arvensis) or possibly used as a nickname for someone quick or agile. Surnames based on plant names or characteristic traits are common in Lithuanian surname origins. People with this surname may trace their ancestry back to families associated with agriculture or possessing characteristics linked to the plant's attributes.