Tkalec

Tkalec is a surname of Slavic origin, most commonly found in Slovenia and Croatia. The name derives from the word "tkalec," which means "weaver" in Slovene and Croatian languages. As such, it is an occupational surname, originally designating a person who worked as a weaver of cloth. The surname, like many occupational surnames, became hereditary over generations. The prevalence of the surname is a reflection of weaving being a significant occupation in the historical regions where it is found. The distribution and frequency of the name can be used to trace migration patterns and settlement history of families and individuals bearing the name.