Yevgrafovich

Yevgrafovich is a Russian patronymic, meaning "son of Yevgraf." Yevgraf itself is a masculine given name derived from the Greek word "eugraphos," meaning "well-written" or "beautifully inscribed." This patronymic is commonly found in Russian society and historical records, indicating lineage.

Individuals bearing the patronymic Yevgrafovich are descendants of a father named Yevgraf. The use of patronymics is a significant cultural practice in Russia, serving as a middle name that signifies a direct paternal relationship. It is used in formal address and often appears in official documents.

While not a surname in the Western sense, the patronymic Yevgrafovich, when combined with a given name, forms a complete personal identifier. For example, Ivan Yevgrafovich would be Ivan, the son of Yevgraf. Understanding this naming convention is crucial when encountering Russian historical figures or contemporary individuals. The prevalence of the given name Yevgraf, and consequently the patronymic Yevgrafovich, has varied throughout Russian history, with periods of greater or lesser popularity for the root name.