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Kolesnikov Surname Meaning

Russian, Belorussian, and Jewish (eastern Ashkenazic) names often derive from occupational titles.

One such example is the patronymic from Kolesnik, which translates to ‘wheelwright’.

This name is formed using the Slavic possessive suffix -ov.

Patronymics are common in Slavic naming conventions, indicating lineage and profession.

The combination of occupational terms and possessive suffixes reflects cultural and historical influences on naming practices.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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