Gypsies

An alternate term for the Romani people, an Indo-Aryan ethnic group originating in northern India.

Term Origin Meaning
Cygan Polish word for "Gypsy," used officially, but Gypsies prefer to be called Roma. "Cygan" is becoming unacceptable in the Polish language.
Etnikum Hungarian word for "ethnic."
Pikey Referenced in the film "Snatch."