TheNameDBBurstyn
PatronymicMeaning
Possibly derived from a place name or personal name in Eastern Europe.
Etymology
The surname may originate from Yiddish or Eastern European languages, with '-yn' or '-in' being common Slavic surname endings. It could relate to a place name or ancestral personal name.
About the Burstyn Surname
Burstyn is likely of Eastern European Jewish origin, with documented use in the 19th and 20th centuries. The surname gained wider recognition through notable bearers in entertainment.
Distribution
Found primarily in Eastern European Jewish communities and their diaspora.
Notable Bearers
Ellen Burstyn (American actress)