Surname · Russian origin
Nikolaev
Meaning
The surname Nikolaev means Son of Nikolai.
Origin
Russian
Type
patronymic
The origin of the surname Nikolaev
Nikolaev means “son of Nikolai,” “victory of the people.”
What kind of surname is Nikolaev?
Nikolaev is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name. 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 patronymic surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Nikolaev mean?
The surname Nikolaev means Son of Nikolai. Nikolaev means “son of Nikolai,” “victory of the people.”
Where does the surname Nikolaev come from?
Nikolaev is a surname of Russian origin.
What kind of surname is Nikolaev?
Nikolaev is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name.
What are other Russian surnames?
Other Russian surnames include Alekseev, Andreev, Belov, Ivanov, Kozlov, Kuznetsov.