ovitch
The term "ovitch" is a common Slavic suffix, most notably found in patronymic surnames across Eastern Europe. It generally translates to "son of" or "descendant of." When appended to a male given name, it forms a surname indicating the father's lineage. For example, Petrovich means "son of Peter." This suffix is a fundamental part of many Slavic naming traditions, reflecting a historical emphasis on patriarchal family structures.
While primarily associated with patronymic surnames, the concept of "ovitch" can also appear in other contexts,