Moroz

Moroz is a Slavic term meaning frost. In addition to its meteorological sense, Moroz is used as a surname and, less commonly, as a toponym in some Slavic-speaking regions. The word derives from the common noun moroz in Russian and Ukrainian (and related East Slavic languages), where it has long been a part of everyday vocabulary and folklore.

As a surname, Moroz is widely found in Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, and among diaspora communities around the world. In Russian-language contexts, the feminine form of the surname is typically Morozova. The surname most likely originated as a descriptive nickname or emblem related to winter imagery, climate, or a person associated with frost in some way; however, its precise origins can vary among families.

Geographically, the name is common in Slavic areas and appears in historical records, census data, and contemporary populations across Russia, Ukraine, and Belarus. Due to migration and emigration, Moroz can also be found in other parts of Europe, North America, and beyond.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Moroz have contributed to fields such as science, sports, arts, and politics, reflecting its broad distribution rather than a single defining figure. The name is closely related to Morozov, a patronymic surname derived from Moroz and common in many Slavic countries.

See also: Morozov.