Sirota

Sirota is a surname of Eastern European origin, most commonly found among individuals with Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry.

The etymology of the name is believed to derive from the Slavic word "sirota," meaning "orphan." It may have been adopted as a surname by individuals who were orphaned, or whose ancestors were orphaned. Alternatively, it could have been an occupational name for someone who worked in an orphanage or cared for orphans.

Distribution of the surname is primarily concentrated in areas historically populated by Ashkenazi Jewish communities, including countries in Eastern Europe such as Poland, Russia, Ukraine, and Belarus. Due to migration patterns, the name can also be found in other parts of the world, including North America, South America, and Israel.

Variants of the surname may include Sirotkin, Sirotko, and other similar forms, reflecting linguistic variations and transliteration differences.