EtymologyTimofeyeva is the feminine form of the Russian surname Timofeyev, which means "son of Timofey." Timofey is the Russian form of the Greek name Timothy, derived from the Greek elements timao (to honour) and theos (god). Thus, Timofeyeva ultimately traces back to the meaning "honouring God."Distribution and HistoryTimofeyeva is a common surname in Russia and other Russian-speaking regions. Like many Russian surnames, it is patronymic in origin, formed by adding the suffix -ev to the father's given name. The feminine ending -a is used to indicate a female bearer. The surname appears among notable figures in various fields, including sports, arts, and literature.Notable BearersAnna Timofeyeva (born 1987), Russian water polo playerAnna Timofeyeva (born 1996), Russian ice hockey playerIrina Timofeyeva (born 1970), Russian long-distance runnerAvdotia Timofeyeva (1739–??), Russian ballet dancer, one of the earliest recorded ballerinas in RussiaKey FactsMeaning: Feminine form of Timofeyev, i.e., "son of Timofey," ultimately from Timothy meaning "honouring God"Origin: RussianType: Patronymic surnameUsage Regions: Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, and other Slavic countries