Mikhaïlovich

Mikhaïlovich is a patronymic of Russian origin, meaning "son of Mikhail." It is commonly appended to a given name to form a full name, indicating paternal lineage. For example, a person named Ivan whose father was named Mikhail would be known as Ivan Mikhaïlovich. This naming convention is a significant aspect of Russian culture and historically played a crucial role in personal identification. The feminine form of this patronymic is Mikhaïlovna, meaning "daughter of Mikhail." While not a surname in the Western sense, the patronymic has long been an integral part of formal address and official documents in Russia and other Slavic countries that adopted similar traditions. The use of patronymics remains prevalent today, though its strictness has evolved over time.