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Region of origin	Grand Duchy of Lithuania, Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth, Russian Empire
Popularity	Behind the Name
Wikipedia articles	All pages beginning with Skumin

Skumin (Russian: Ску́мин) is a family name that comes from Lithuania, Poland, and Russia. The male version of the name is Skumin, and the female version is Skumina. This name has been used by many important people throughout history, especially those from noble families.

People Named Skumin

Many people with the Skumin surname have made their mark in history. Here are a few notable individuals:

Important Historical Figures

• Alexander Skumin (1748–1775) was an important leader in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. He worked as a statesman, which means he helped manage the country's affairs and relationships with other nations.
• Janusz Skumin (1570–1642) was a Polish nobleman and politician. He played a role in the government and decisions of his time.
• Jerzy Skumin (1596–1656) was a religious leader and statesman in the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. He was important in both the church and the government.
• Józef Skumin (1716–1790) was a knight who received a very special award called the Order of the White Eagle (Poland). This was a high honor given for great service.
• Ludwik Skumin (1748–1808) held very important positions. He was a Field Lithuanian Hetman, which was a top military commander, and also the Grand Treasurer of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, managing the country's money. He also received high honors from Russia.
• Theodore Skumin (1538–1618) was a royal nobleman in the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. This meant he belonged to a high-ranking family connected to the royal court.

Modern-Day Skumins

• Andrew N. Skumin (1909–1984) was a veteran of World War II. He served as an officer and later worked as a judge in military cases.
• John Skumin Sr. (1935–2014) studied criminal justice and served in the Massachusetts National Guard.
• Victor A. Skumin (born 1948) is a modern Russian scientist, philosopher, and writer. He has contributed to different fields of knowledge.

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Related Pages

• Grand Duchy of Lithuania
• Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth
• Victor Skumin

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