Surname · Russian origin
Smirnov
Meaning
The surname Smirnov means The quiet one.
Origin
Russian
Type
descriptive
The origin of the surname Smirnov
Smirnov comes from smirny, “quiet, peaceful, meek.”
What kind of surname is Smirnov?
Smirnov is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic. It belongs to the Russian naming tradition — you can read how Russian surnames were formed on our Russian last names page.
Other Russian surnames
Other descriptive surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Smirnov mean?
The surname Smirnov means The quiet one. Smirnov comes from smirny, “quiet, peaceful, meek.”
Where does the surname Smirnov come from?
Smirnov is a surname of Russian origin.
What kind of surname is Smirnov?
Smirnov is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic.
What are other Russian surnames?
Other Russian surnames include Alekseev, Andreev, Belov, Ivanov, Kozlov, Kuznetsov.