Surname · Russian origin
Medvedev
Meaning
The surname Medvedev means Of the bear.
Origin
Russian
Type
descriptive
The origin of the surname Medvedev
Medvedev comes from medved, “bear.”
What kind of surname is Medvedev?
Medvedev 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 Medvedev mean?
The surname Medvedev means Of the bear. Medvedev comes from medved, “bear.”
Where does the surname Medvedev come from?
Medvedev is a surname of Russian origin.
What kind of surname is Medvedev?
Medvedev 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.