Summary

The surname Svoboda is of Czech origin and is derived from the word 'svoboda', which means 'freedom' or 'liberty'. It is a common surname in Czech Republic and Slovakia. The surname is often associated with individuals who enjoyed certain rights and privileges, such as exemption from feudal obligations, indicating their free status in society.
There are
5686
Svobodas in the USA
Svoboda is the
6043rd
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Svoboda

JanHus

A Czech religious reformer, philosopher, and master at Charles University in Prague. He is known for his critical views on the Roman Catholic Church and his teachings laid the foundation for the Protestant Reformation in the 16th century.

VáclavHavel

A Czech writer, philosopher, and dissident who became the last President of Czechoslovakia and the first President of the Czech Republic. He played a significant role in the peaceful transition of Czechoslovakia from communist rule to democracy in the late 1980s.

ZdeněkSvěrák

A Czech screenwriter, actor, and playwright. He is best known for collaborating with director Jan Svěrák on several successful films, including the Academy Award-winning movie 'Kolya'.

Svoboda Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Svoboda originates from Czech and Slovak languages. In Czech, 'svoboda' means 'freedom', while in Slovak it means the same. It is a relatively common surname in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.
Geographic DistributionSvoboda is predominantly found in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, reflecting its origins in the Czech and Slovak languages. However, due to emigration, individuals with the surname Svoboda can also be found in various countries around the world.
VariationsVariations of the surname Svoboda can include Svobodová (feminine form), Svobody, Svobodný (masculine form), and Svobodin.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname Svoboda have occurred throughout history. Significant waves of migration and immigration took place during political and economic changes, including the Czechoslovak emigration after World War II and the Velvet Revolution in 1989. Common destinations for Svoboda immigrants include the United States, Canada, Australia, and other countries.