Smailova

Smailova is a surname used primarily in Russia and other post-Soviet states, appearing within Slavic and Turkic-speaking communities. It is the feminine form of the masculine surname Smailov, which is also transliterated as Ismailov or Smailoff in different languages. The name derives from the given name Ismail (Ismail, Smail), a form of Ishmael, and is formed by adding the standard feminine suffix -ova.

Etymology and variants: The root Ismail/Smail is common in Muslim communities, and Slavic naming conventions produce Smailov for males and Smailova for females. In transliteration from Cyrillic, variants include Ismailov/Ismailova and Smailoff/Ismailoff, with spelling influenced by regional pronunciation and language.

Geographic and demographic distribution: The surname is found across Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Azerbaijan, and other countries of the former Soviet Union. It also appears in diaspora communities in Europe and North America. Its distribution often aligns with historical and cultural ties to Turkic and Muslim populations.

Notable people: Smailova is shared by many individuals across various fields, including sports, academia, and the arts. The name is common enough that no single figure dominates its public recognition.

See also: Ismailov, Ismailova, Smailov.