Losev
Losev is a Russian-language surname. The masculine form is Losev and the feminine form is Loseva. It is a patronymic-style surname formed with the common Slavic suffix -ev, typically indicating a familial origin from a given name or nickname; the precise root can vary between families. The name is most common in Russia and other Slavic-speaking parts of the former Soviet Union and is also found among diaspora communities around the world. Variants in transliteration include Losev, Loseff, and Losyev.
The most widely recognized bearer of the name is Nikolai Osipovich Losev (often rendered Nikolai Losev), a
As a surname, Losev appears across various fields, including academia, literature, and sports, reflecting the broader
See also notes on transliteration and related surnames, which can vary by country and language.