Metodiev

Metodiev is a Bulgarian surname. It is a patronymic surname formed from the given name Metodiy, which in turn comes from the Greek Methodios, a name borne by early Christian saints such as Methodius.

In Bulgaria, Metodiev is a relatively common surname, and due to migration it can be found among Bulgarian communities abroad. The feminine form Metodieva is used for women, reflecting the standard Bulgarian surname pattern with the suffix -ev/-eva.

Notable bearers of the name have appeared across fields including sports, academia, and public life, illustrating the name's ongoing presence in Bulgarian society.

See also Metodiy (given name); Saint Methodius.