Tănăsescu
Tănăsescu is a Romanian surname. It is derived from the given name "Tănase," which is a Romanian variant of "Athanasios" (Greek for "immortal"). The suffix "-escu" is a common Romanian suffix used to form surnames, indicating descent or belonging. Therefore, "Tănăsescu" roughly translates to "son of Tănase" or "descendant of Tănase." The name is found throughout Romania, and individuals with this surname have been prominent in various fields including academia, the arts, and politics.