Zaïtseva

Zaïtseva is a surname of Russian origin. It is the feminine form of the patronymic surname Zaïtsev, derived from the Russian word "zaïets" meaning "hare". This surname is relatively common in Russia and other Slavic countries.

Notable individuals with the surname Zaïtseva include:

* Elena Zaïtseva (born 1984), a Russian figure skater.

* Svetlana Zaïtseva (born 1982), a Russian volleyball player.

* Tatyana Zaïtseva (born 1971), a Russian athlete specializing in the javelin throw.

The surname can also be found in various other contexts, including academic and artistic fields, reflecting its widespread presence in Russian culture and diaspora. As with many surnames, variations in spelling can occur due to transliteration from Cyrillic. The historical origins point to a connection with the animal kingdom, a common source for early Russian surnames.