Glazunovs

Glazunovs is a surname of East Slavic origin, most commonly encountered in Russia and the Baltic regions. In Russian-language contexts, the masculine form is Glazunov and the feminine form Glazunova. When rendered into English, the name may appear as Glazunov, Glazunova, or Glazunovs, depending on the language conventions and the number and gender of the bearers.

The exact etymology of Glazunov is not definitively documented in widely available sources, but it fits a common Russian surname pattern ending in -ov, which often derives from a nickname, occupation, or a patronymic tradition. Surnames of this type typically reflect historical naming practices rather than a fixed, single meaning.

Distribution and usage of the name span Russia, Latvia, and other post-Soviet states, with populations in diaspora communities across Europe and North America. The spelling and gender form used in official records or publication can vary by country and language, but the root Glazunov is recognizable across contexts.

Notable individuals with the root of this surname include Ilya Glazunov (1937–2017), a prominent Russian painter known for his prolific output and influence on late Soviet and post-Soviet art. Variants of the name appear across fields such as the arts, sciences, and sports, reflecting its broad geographic and cultural distribution.