Efremovi

Efremovi is a South Slavic surname used primarily in the Balkans. The name is formed from the given name Efrem, a Slavic variant of Ephraim, with the suffix -ovi that commonly marks a family name or denotes lineage, effectively meaning “the Efrem family” or “descendants of Efrem.”

Geographic and demographic usage: The surname is found among speakers of Serbian, Croatian, Bosnian, and Montenegrin communities. It is also present in diaspora communities in neighboring regions and abroad. Spelling and pronunciation may vary by language and country.

Variations and related names: A closely related form in other Slavic languages is Efremov, while Efremova is a feminine variant used in some contexts. Efremovi should not be confused with Efremov, a distinctly Russian surname.

Notable people: The surname is borne by several individuals across fields such as sports, academia, and culture, but no single person with Efremovi has achieved universal recognition to define the name.

See also: Related surnames include Efremov and Efremova.