Kravets

Kravets is a surname of Ukrainian origin. It is derived from the word кравець, meaning “tailor,” and is categorized as an occupational surname historically associated with families connected to tailoring crafts or the trade itself.

Variants of the name include Kravetz, Kravetsky, and Krawetz; transliteration from Cyrillic can yield several spellings. The surname also has a Polish cognate, Krawiec, which carries the same meaning and reflects shared occupational roots across different Slavic languages.

Geographic distribution shows the name is most common in Ukraine, with significant presence in diaspora communities in Canada, the United States, Israel, and parts of Europe. Historical migrations, including waves in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, contributed to its spread beyond Ukraine’s borders.

Notable people with the surname Kravets have pursued diverse careers, including in sports, science, and the arts. As with many occupational surnames, Kravets encompasses multiple unrelated family lines, resulting in a broad and international distribution today.