Skuratov

Skuratov (Скуратов) is a Russian surname. It is derived from the given name "Skurat" (Скурат), a diminutive form of names such as Iskander (Искандер, a Russian variant of Alexander) or possibly a nickname related to someone quick or hasty.

Individuals with this surname include:

• Grigory Lukyanovich Skuratov-Belsky (Malyuta Skuratov) (died 1573): A prominent figure in the Oprichnina of Ivan the Terrible. He was infamous for his cruelty and role in political repressions.

The name is primarily found in Russia and among Russian diaspora communities. Its historical association with the Oprichnina gives it a strong, and often negative, connotation in Russian history.