EtymologyTerzić is a Bosnian and Serbian surname derived from the Bosnian word terzija meaning "tailor", which ultimately comes from Persian terzi (tailor). The surname therefore belongs to the category of occupational surnames, reflecting the profession of an ancestor. A Turkish cognate is Terzi, which has the same meaning.Notable BearersThe surname Terzić is borne by many notable individuals, primarily in sports and politics:Admir Terzić (born 1992), Bosnian footballerAdnan Terzić (born 1960), former Prime Minister of Bosnia and Herzegovina (2002–2006)Aleksa Terzić (born 1999), Serbian footballerAmela Terzić (born 1993), Serbian middle-distance runnerArvedin Terzić (born 1989), Bosnian footballerBorislav Terzić (born 1991), Serbian footballerDara Terzić Šterić (born 1970), Serbian rhythmic gymnastDejan Terzić (born 1987), Serbian sprint canoeistEdin Terzić (born 1982), German-Croatian football coachJovana Terzić (born 1999), Montenegrin swimmerMiloš Terzić (born 1987), Serbian volleyball playerMiloš Terzić (born 1988), Serbian politicianMirsad Terzić (born 1983), Bosnian handball playerCultural SignificanceThe suffix -ić is a common Slavic patronymic or family name ending, meaning "son of" or "descendant of." Thus Terzić literally means "son of the tailor." The name is widespread across the former Yugoslavia, particularly in Bosnia and Serbia, reflecting the Ottoman influence on local trade and craftsmanship.Meaning: TailorOrigin: Bosnian, Serbian; from Persian via TurkishType: Occupational surnameUsage Regions: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro, Croatia