Popovic History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Origins Available:
Russia

Etymology of Popovic

What does the name Popovic mean?

The Popovic surname is of Russian, Bulgarian, and Croatian origin, and is a patronymic from an occupational name. It comes from the Russian word "pop" meaning "priest," and the name generally means "son of the priest."

Early Origins of the Popovic family

The surname Popovic was first found in Russia, where the name originated in early times.

Early History of the Popovic family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Popovic research. Another 217 words (16 lines of text) covering the years 1722, 1741, 1742, 1743, 1785, 1790, 1822, 1833 and 1894 are included under the topic Early Popovic History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Popovic Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Popov, Popoff, Popovich, Papatov, Popovic and many more.

Early Notables of the Popovic family

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Popovic migration to the United States +

Popovic Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Mijk Popovic, who applied for naturalization in Indiana in 1900

Contemporary Notables of the name Popovic (post 1700) +

Petar Popovic (b. 1959), Croatian professional basketball coach and former player
Petar Popovic (b. 1979), Serbian former professional basketball player
Peter "Poppe" Popovic (b. 1968), Swedish former ice hockey defenceman
Silvija Popovic (b. 1986), Serbian female professional volleyball player
Srda M. Popovic (1937-2013), Yugoslav lawyer and political activist
Tony Popovic (b. 1973), Australian association football manager and former player
Vladimir "Vladica" Popovic (1935-2020), Serbian professional footballer and manager
Mina Popovic (b. 1994), Serbian volleyball player
Nebojša Popovic (1923-2001), Serbian basketball player, coach and administrator
... (Another 25 notables are available in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.)