Kaverin

Kaverin is a Russian surname. It is derived from the non-canonical given name "Kavera," itself stemming from the Russian word "kaverza," meaning "trick," "cunning," or "prank." Surnames originating from nicknames or secular names related to personality traits were common in Russian history. The suffix "-in" indicates belonging or origin, often signifying "son of" or "belonging to" a person with the given name or nickname. Therefore, Kaverin would originally have meant "son of Kavera" or "belonging to Kavera's family." Notable people with the surname Kaverin include:

• Veniamin Kaverin (1902-1989): A prominent Soviet novelist and screenwriter, best known for his historical adventure novel The Two Captains ( Dva kapitana).