STOYANOV
Stoyanov
Stoyanov is a surname of Bulgarian origin, typically associated with individuals from Bulgaria and other Eastern European countries. The name is derived from the male given name "Stoyan", which itself comes from the Bulgarian word "stoian" meaning "firm" or "steadfast".
The Stoyanov surname is most commonly found in Bulgaria, where it is among the top surnames in terms of prevalence. It is often associated with families of Bulgarian descent, reflecting their cultural heritage and ancestry.
Individuals with the surname Stoyanov have made contributions in various fields such as politics, academia, arts, and sports. The name bears historical significance and is often passed down through generations with pride and reverence.
Overall, the Stoyanov surname carries a rich cultural heritage, reflecting the traditions and identity of the Bulgarian people.
There are approximately 262 people named Stoyanov in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Stoyanov.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Russia
Language of origin: Russian
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Borian
- Deyan
- Dimitar
- Emil
- Georgi
- Hristo
- Ivan
- Jordan
- Nikolay
- Petar
- Stanislav
- Stefan
- Teodor
- Vasil
Female
- Alexandra
- Angel
- Desislava
- Diane
- Divya
- Janet
- Marieta
- Nikola
- Tracy
- Valerie
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