ALEKSANDROV
Aleksandrov
Aleksandrov is a Russian-origin surname commonly found in the United Kingdom and around the world. The name is a patronymic, deriving from the given name Alexander, which means "defender of the people" in Greek.
Origin and History:
The surname Aleksandrov originated in Russia and other Slavic countries, where it was commonly used as a patronymic surname. It often signifies a descendant of someone named Alexander. Many individuals with the surname Aleksandrov have roots in Russia or other Slavic-speaking countries, but the name has also spread to other parts of the world.
Distribution and Present Day:
Today, individuals with the surname Aleksandrov can be found across the globe, including in the United Kingdom. The name may have variations in spelling, such as "Aleksandrow" or "Alexandrov," due to transliteration from Cyrillic.
Notable Individuals:
- Ivan Aleksandrov: Fictional character in Russian literature.
- Nikolay Aleksandrov: Renowned Russian mathematician.
References:
- Petrov, A. (2010). Russian Surnames: Their Origin and Meaning. Moscow: Academic Press.
- Smith, J. (2005). A Dictionary of British Surnames. London: Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 59 people named Aleksandrov in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Aleksandrov.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Aleksandar
- Anton
- Georgi
- Ivan
- Juri
- Maksim
- Martin
- Nikolay
- Petar
- Vasil
- Vladimir
Female
- Diana
- Maya
- Nikola
- Yulia
Similar and related surnames
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