There are
2780
Boriss in the USA
Boris is the
11348th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Boris

BorisI

First ruler of the medieval Bulgarian Empire. Known for his conversion to Christianity and his efforts to establish the Orthodox Church as the state religion.

BorisGodunov

Tsar of Russia from 1598 to 1605. His reign was marked by the Time of Troubles, a period of political instability and conflicts after the death of the previous ruler.

BorisYeltsin

First President of the Russian Federation. Known for his role in the dissolution of the Soviet Union and implementing economic reforms in Russia.

BorisKarloff

British actor known for his portrayal of iconic film characters, especially the monster in the original Frankenstein movie.

BorisPasternak

Russian writer and poet, best known for his novel Dr. Zhivago, which won him the Nobel Prize in Literature.

Boris Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Boris has origins in several Slavic countries, particularly Russia, Bulgaria, and Ukraine.
Geographic DistributionThe name Boris is found among different populations across the world, but it is most commonly associated with Eastern Europe.
VariationsVariations of the surname Boris include Borisov, Borisenko, Borislav, Borison, and Borisovski.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of people with the surname Boris occurred during various historical periods. They relocated due to political events, wars, and economic opportunities. Migration and immigration of individuals with the surname Boris can be traced to different regions, including Eastern Europe, Russia, and other countries with Slavic populations.