Despot Family History

Serbian and Croatian: nickname from despot ‘despot tyrant’ a title of the 15th-century Serbian absolute rulers.

It originates from the Greek term despotēs meaning ‘master’.

The term reflects the historical context of the region during the 15th century.

The use of such titles often indicated significant political power and authority.

Over time, the connotation of the term has evolved in various cultural contexts.