KOVALEVS’ FAMILY JOURNEY FROM PRUSSIA (POLAND) TO EASTERN UKRAINE, AND RUSSIA - BigstarBio. Abstract The history of the Kovalevs family is explored in the current study. The article traces the roots of Kovalevs to authentic blacksmiths. The art originated in Eastern Europe and especially Eastern Prussia (Poland). The name Kovalev underwent an evolution from Kowalski, then Koval altered Kovalev. The changing of the names is attributed to the linguistic and cultural differences the family interacted with. The Kovalevs family journey was through Poland, Russia, and beyond. Key words: Kovalevs family, Revolution, Russian history, Geopolitics Kovalevs’ Family Journey from Prussia (Poland) To Eastern Ukraine, And Russia The Meaning and Origins of the Kovalevs’ Name Kovalevs name originates in Eastern Europe, mainly Ukraine. Variations of the Kovalevs name and its meaning There are various variations in the family name Kovalevs from region to region and culture.
Variations of this name in other countries include Kovalenko, also present in Ukraine and Russia. References Etkind, A. (2013).