Etymology and OriginsAndonova is a feminine surname of Andonov, which itself is a patronymic derived from the given name Andon. Andon is a variant of Anton, which ultimately comes from the Latin name Antonius (see Anthony). Thus, Andonova essentially means "daughter of Andon" or "belonging to Andon's family." This formative structure is common in Bulgarian and Macedonian surnames, where the addition of -ova for women indicates gender, while the base -ov suggests familial lineage.Distribution and Cultural ContextAndonova is primarily found in Bulgaria and Northern Macedonia, reflecting the shared linguistic and cultural heritage of the South Slavic region. The surname is also present in diaspora communities, such as those in Australia and the United States.Notable BearersAmong well-known individuals with this surname is Lyudmila Andonova (born 1960), a Bulgarian high jumper whose achievements brought international attention to the name.Related FormsAndonova has several counterparts in other Slavic languages and cultures. The masculine form Andonov is used in Macedonian, while Bulgarian utilizes Antonov and Antov. Other related surnames include Croatian Antunović, Norwegian Anthonsen, and Danish Antonisen.Meaning: Feminine form of Andonov, meaning "daughter of Andon"Origin: Bulgarian, MacedonianType: Patronymic surnameRegions: Bulgaria, Northern Macedonia