Burian

Burian (feminine: Burianová) is a Czech surname. It originated from the nickname of Saint John, búrný (an adjective derived from the Czech word bouřka, i.e. 'storm'), because in the Czech lands he was considered a protector during storms.[1] Notable people with the surname include:

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References

  1. ^ "O původu příjmení: Burian / Buryan" (in Czech). Czech Radio. 2019-09-10. Retrieved 2025-08-12.