Litvinov

Litvinov (also transliterated as Litvinov, Litvinoff) is a surname of Eastern European origin, primarily associated with people from Russia and formerly associated with the Russian Empire and the Soviet Union. It is derived from the place name Litva (Lithuania) or indicating a connection to Lithuanians.

Notable people with the surname Litvinov include:

• Maxim Litvinov (1876-1951): A prominent Soviet revolutionary, diplomat, and foreign minister. He advocated for collective security against Nazi Germany and played a key role in the Soviet Union's entry into the League of Nations.

• Pavel Litvinov (born 1940): A Soviet physicist, teacher, writer, and human rights activist. He was a prominent figure in the Soviet dissident movement.

The name Litvinov may also refer to descendants or relatives of these individuals.