Petroff Surname Origin & Meaning
/PEH-troff/Petroff is most likely a surname of Russian origin.
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Surname Origin
The surname Petroff is of Slavic origin, derived from the given name 'Petar' (Peter), with the suffix '-off' indicating 'son of'. It is common in Russia, Bulgaria, and Serbia.
Surname Ethnicity & Nationality
These estimates show the cultural and national origins most closely associated with this name. They describe the name, not an individual's identity.
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Russian (Slavic) 60% -
Bulgarian (Slavic) 30% -
Serbian (Slavic) 10%
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Surname Details
- Surname: Petroff
Petroff Numerology
Numerology is provided for entertainment only and is not scientific.
Soul Urge Number: 5
People with this name tend to be: Adventurous, freedom-loving and versatile.
Sources & Methodology
US popularity data comes from the Social Security Administration. Origin and ethnicity estimates are generated from name patterns and cultural distributions using AI-assisted analysis.
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