Ivchenko

Ivchenko is a surname of Ukrainian origin. It is formed from the given name Ivan (John) with the Ukrainian patronymic suffix -enko, which typically denotes descent or affiliation. The result is commonly interpreted as “descendant of Ivan.” The spelling Ivchenko is the usual transliteration in English; transliteration may vary by language and national conventions.

The surname is found among Ukrainian communities and in neighboring countries of the former Soviet Union, including Russia and Belarus, and has spread worldwide through migration and diaspora. It is borne by people in diverse fields, such as science, sports, and culture, reflecting its widespread use rather than a single lineage.

In Ukrainian and other Slavic naming traditions, Ivchenko is one of many -enko surnames, a suffix shared by names such as Shevchenko. The -enko suffix is common in western and central Ukrainian surnames and indicates a patronymic origin.