Shevchenko
The origin of the surname Shevchenko
Shevchenko joins shvets, “shoemaker/cobbler,” with -enko, “son of.” The poet Taras Shevchenko is a national symbol.
What kind of surname is Shevchenko?
Shevchenko is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name. It belongs to the Ukrainian naming tradition — you can read how Ukrainian surnames were formed on our Ukrainian last names page.
Other Ukrainian surnames
Other patronymic surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Shevchenko mean?
The surname Shevchenko means Son of the shoemaker. Shevchenko joins shvets, “shoemaker/cobbler,” with -enko, “son of.” The poet Taras Shevchenko is a national symbol.
Where does the surname Shevchenko come from?
Shevchenko is a surname of Ukrainian origin.
What kind of surname is Shevchenko?
Shevchenko is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name.
What are other Ukrainian surnames?
Other Ukrainian surnames include Bondarenko, Boyko, Kovalchuk, Kovalenko, Kravchenko, Lysenko.