Gerasimov (Russian: Гера́симов) is a Russian surname meaning "son of Gerasim," derived from the given name Gerasim, which itself comes from the Greek Gerasimos via the root γέρας (geras), meaning "honour" or "gift." The name Gerasimos is associated with Saint Gerasimus, a 5th-century hermit who lived near the Jordan River, a figure venerated in Eastern Orthodox tradition. The surname is predominantly found in Russia and other Slavic regions, reflecting the common practice of forming patronymic surnames. Its feminine form, Gerasimova, indicates a female bearer. Notable Bearers Several notable individuals bear the surname Gerasimov across various fields: Aleksandr Mikhailovich Gerasimov (1881–1963), Russian/Soviet painter known for his realist works, including portraits of Soviet leaders. Dmitry Gerasimov (1465–1536), Russian translator, diplomat, and philologist who played a role in early Russian–European cultural exchange. Gennadi Gerasimov (1930–2010), Soviet diplomat who served as a spokesperson for the Soviet Foreign Ministry. Egor Gerasimov (born 1992), Belarusian tennis player known for his ATP career. Valery Gerasimov (born 1955), Chief of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces. Related Names Variant forms include the feminine Gerasimova and the given name Gerasim, which is also used in Bulgarian and Macedonian contexts. Meaning: Son of Gerasim Origin: Greek, via Russian Type: Patronymic surname Usage Regions: Russia, Belarus, Ukraine