Surname · Ukrainian origin
Kovalenko
Meaning
The surname Kovalenko means Son of the smith.
Origin
Ukrainian
Type
occupational
The origin of the surname Kovalenko
Kovalenko comes from koval, “blacksmith,” with -enko, “son of.”
What kind of surname is Kovalenko?
Kovalenko is a occupational surname, originally describing the bearer's job or trade. 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 occupational surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Kovalenko mean?
The surname Kovalenko means Son of the smith. Kovalenko comes from koval, “blacksmith,” with -enko, “son of.”
Where does the surname Kovalenko come from?
Kovalenko is a surname of Ukrainian origin.
What kind of surname is Kovalenko?
Kovalenko is a occupational surname, originally describing the bearer's job or trade.
What are other Ukrainian surnames?
Other Ukrainian surnames include Bondarenko, Boyko, Kovalchuk, Kravchenko, Lysenko, Marchenko.