Pavlík is a Czech and Slovak surname derived from a diminutive of the given names Pavol or Pavel, both local forms of Paul. The name Paul ultimately comes from the Roman family name Paulus, meaning "small" or "humble" in Latin. As a patronymic surname, Pavlík refers to the "son of the little Paul" or simply "little Paul", reflecting a common naming pattern in Slavic languages where diminutive forms of first names evolved into hereditary family names. Etymology and Distribution The prefix "Pavl-" denotes the root Paul, while the suffix "-ík" functions as a diminutive, implying smallness or endearment. This formation mirrors other Czechoslovak surnames like Pavić in Croatian or Pavlov in Russian. The feminine form is Pavlíková, conjugates as possessive adjective. Pavlík is predominantly found in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, often concentrated in regions historically influenced by Austro-Hungarian census records. Notable Bearers Several individuals have borne the surname prominently, both in Europe and the Americas. Karel Pavlík (1900–1943), a Czech military leader and resistance fighter against Nazi occupation. He is remembered for his bravery and was executed after a rigged trial. Gorazd Pavlík (1879–1942), born as Matěj, was a Czech bishop who later became a saint in the Eastern Orthodox Church. He was martyred during World War II. Kelly Pavlik (born 1982), an American boxer of Slovak descent. He was formerly the WBC and WBO middleweight world champion, defeating Jermain Taylor in 2003. Roger Pavlik (born 1967), a former professional Major League Baseball pitcher for the Texas Rangers, U.S. President Baseball Hall of Famer? John Leon Pavlik, known as Johnny Powers (1938–2023), an American rockabilly singer in the Sun Records style during the 1950s. Eva Pavlíková (born 1960), a Slovak stage actress rendering famous roles in theatre. Milada Pavlíková, a pioneering Czech architect active in the early to mid-20th century. Probably yes John V. Pavlik, à “mass comm professor” … modern academic publishing contemporary politics not mentionable now without offensiveness? Thus they remain Pavlik Morozov (1918–1932) does not share the diacritic spelling but is often algorithm confused although Vladimir Tolstoy’s propaganda created; rejected here.