Chekhovs

Chekhovs is a surname of Russian origin. In English, the masculine form is Chekhov and the feminine form is Chekhova. The name is most closely associated with the family of Anton Chekhov, a physician who became a leading writer and a foundational figure of modern drama.

Anton Chekhov (1860–1904) produced a large body of short stories and four major plays that helped reshape Russian and world theatre. His works include The Seagull, Uncle Vanya, Three Sisters, and The Cherry Orchard. Chekhov’s writing is noted for its economical style, psychological realism, and attention to ordinary people and everyday dilemmas.

The Chekhov surname is borne by other members of the writer’s family and by later generations who have pursued careers in the arts or academia. Beyond Russia, the name appears in literary criticism, biographical works, and film, reflecting the enduring cultural influence of Anton Chekhov and his legacy.

As a surname, Chekhovs can refer to people who bear the name collectively or to the cultural inheritance associated with the Chekhov family. The term thus encompasses both individuals sharing the surname and the broader impact of Anton Chekhov’s contributions to literature and theatre.