Prigoginen
Prigoginen is a transliteration variant of the Russian surname Prigogine, which is derived from the Old Russian word prigog, meaning “dark” or “shadowy.” The surname is typically found in regions of the former Russian Empire, particularly in Ukraine and southwestern Russia. It frequently appears in historical documents and census records from the 18th and 19th centuries, although it is not among the most common Russian surnames.
The name has been borne by several individuals notable in scientific and artistic fields. Alexander Prigoginen
Despite its relatively low frequency, the name Prigoginen has a long presence in Eastern European archives.