Serafimov

Serafimov is a surname of Slavic origin, specifically Bulgarian or Macedonian. It is derived from the male given name "Seraphim," which itself originates from the Hebrew word "seraph" (שָׂרָף), meaning "fiery ones" or "burning ones." Seraphim are a type of celestial being or angel in Jewish and Christian theology, associated with purity, light, and intense devotion.

Therefore, the surname Serafimov essentially means "son of Seraphim" or "descendant of Seraphim." As a surname, it signifies a family lineage originating with an ancestor named Seraphim, or associated with qualities attributed to seraphim angels. The name is most commonly found in Bulgaria, North Macedonia, and among diaspora communities originating from those regions.