Zalesny

Zalesny (pronounced zuh-LEHS-nee) is a surname of Eastern European origin, most commonly found in Poland and surrounding regions. It is derived from the word "zalesie," which roughly translates to "beyond the forest" or "area behind the woods" in Polish. As such, the surname likely originated as a descriptive name for someone who lived in or came from such a location. It is a toponymic surname, meaning it is based on a place name. The spelling of the name can vary slightly depending on transliteration and regional dialects, including Zalesnyy or Zalessky in other languages.