Zayas History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe distinguished surname Zayas is of Polish origin, and is derived from the Polish word "zajac," meaning "hare." The name was likely first borne by someone who hunted hare. Early Origins of the Zayas familyThe surname Zayas was first found in Polesie, the largest province of Poland. It is inhabited by Ruthenians, called Polesians, of Ukrainian descent. The main towns are those of Brest Litovsk, Pinsk, Kobryn, Kamenets, Litovsk, and Luninets. It was in this province that the renowned Radziwills and Sapiehas held their vast estates. Wolczyn was the seat of the Czartoryski family. The surname became noted for its many branches in the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. In their later history the Zayass became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into this most influential family. Early History of the Zayas familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Zayas research. Another 142 words (10 lines of text) covering the years 1412, 1464, 1500, 1597, 1600, 1722, 1723, 1791, 1818 and 1826 are included under the topic Early Zayas History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Zayas Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Zajac, Sajaczek, Zayac, Zajack, Zajaksky, Zajakski, Sajeck, Zejac, Zejazek, Sajak, Sayjack, Sajack and many more. Early Notables of the Zayas familyProminent among those of the name Zayas in this period were many members the Zajacek family of Stammsitz, who lived in Poland and Bohemia and owned the principalities of Oppeln, Ratibor, Teschen, and Troppau. Friedrich... Zayas RankingIn the United States, the name Zayas is the 5,562nd most popular surname with an estimated 4,974 people with that name. 1
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Zayas Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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