The history of the name Naumov originates from biblical (tanakhic) sources. It comes from the name Nahum (comforting), which is a variation of the tanakhic name Nachum (in Hebrew - peace). The latter, in turn, is derived from the biblical name Menachem, which was worn by the king revered by scripture. Note that the primary ancient kings did not become such by the right of inheritance, but took it from the respect of their fellow tribesmen for their special leadership and spiritual qualities.
Menachem. Forgotten Power
Menachem exalted, perfectly mastering the weapons of compassion, humility, love and knowledge of the essence of man - the creation of God. This king, with his soul tuning fork, skillfully tuned the musical instrument entrusted to him by the Almighty - society, finding the response and support of his fellow tribesmen.
At the same time he managed to console the afflicted:
- appealing to their sincere love for God;
- cultivating among subjects so that each person treats his fellow tribesmen the way he treats himself;
- convincing people that this world is not their true home.
The meaning of the name Naum
Returning to the main topic of our article, we recall that the original, sacred meaning of the Naumov surname (the following from the corresponding name) is a comforter. What is he ideally, the Naum Comforter?
This is a worthy person, spiritually nourished from gods and ancestors by a forgotten legacy and healing the souls of his fellow tribesmen, poisoned by the ugly material aspects of life. This is not a half-educated sectarian with his primitive tools; this, recalling a quote from the recent past, is an "inveterate human being," the words of which are heeded. Obviously, that was exactly what Naum was, the Palestinian prophet who lived during the time of King Hezokiah.
Nobles of Naumov
The first in Russia this name was awarded to the nobles. Moreover, among the representatives of their category, who acquired their status of length of service in the sovereign service, the first Naumovs appeared. The origin of the surname of these nobles is traced by the baptismal name of the ancestor. We will name some of the noblemen mentioned in the “General Tombstone of the noble families of Russia”:
- State Councilor Apollos Ivanovich Naumov;
- Grenadier of the Life Guards Gabriel Naumov;
- court adviser Peter Naumov.
Commoners Naumovs
After Ukraine and the Baltic states joined Russia, the Jews living there became citizens of the empire. Historically, they did not have surnames; they were identified only by their first name and patronymic. Catherine II, by her decree, introduced periodic mandatory censuses, during which the surnames were assigned to the Jews. At the same time, part of the families where the name of the ancestor was Naum received the name Naumovs. The origin of this surname was sometimes also associated with a settlement consonant in name. For example, residents of the village of Naumovo or Naumovka could also claim a surname of biblical origin. By setting up a population register in this way, it was possible to more effectively draft in the army and calculate the turnover of food.
Representatives of the surname
Traditionally, among people of Jewish nationality there are quite a lot of artists. The Naumovs are no exception. The origin of the surname, as we have already mentioned, is connected with the internal need of its owner to console, finding invisible poetry in everyday life. Of course, today in the rush of our virtual XXI century, where people do not see each other, buried in smartphones, there is not enough human mutual understanding, emotional communication! That communication of kindred spirits, which was so talentedly shown by the artist Alexei Avvakumovich Naumov in the paintings Old Friends, Tea Party, Nekrasov and Panaev at Belinsky.
Cameraman Naum Naumov is known in the world of cinema for his filigree work when shooting the picture “We are from Kronstadt”. Also, film director Vladimir Naumov (Tehran-43, Taras Shevchenko, Running) was recognized as a cinematographer with a capital letter. Many contemporaries are impressed by the game of the honored actor of the Russian Federation Alexander Naumov.
Conclusion
What does the name Naumov mean? Obviously, historically, she points to a man of great soul and worldly wisdom. Indeed, is a petty, greedy and vain person able to comfort anyone? Undoubtedly, the first biblical carriers of the name Naum (the forerunner of the surname) were people not only highly spiritual, but also in the secular sense - deeply decent.
Of course, in our time, the surname is not assigned for spiritual qualities, but is transmitted from parents to children for dozens of generations. Is it possible now to unequivocally state that the Naumovs are the comforters of people? The origin of the surname, unfortunately, will not give an explanation of why some representative of the surname will turn out to be, say, a person who is not caring and tough in communication. However, this will be, perhaps, a single violation of harmony, because the surname itself nevertheless obliges a person to correspond to its inner original harmony.