Malyshkin

Malyshkin is a Russian surname. It is derived from the diminutive form of the given name "Maly," meaning "small" or "little." The suffix "-shkin" is a common Russian surname suffix, indicating belonging or descent. Thus, Malyshkin can be interpreted as "belonging to" or "descended from" someone named Maly. Surnames of this type often originated as patronymics, indicating a person's relationship to their father or ancestor. The distribution of the surname is primarily within Russia, though diaspora communities may also have individuals bearing the name.