Vyrubov Explained

Vyrubov (Russian: Вырубов) is the name of an old Russian noble family of Boyars.^[1] The name originated from the word vyrub, a space in a forest cleared from trees, which used to be a common dwelling place in the past.

Notable members

• Anna Vyrubova (1884–1964), lady in waiting and confidante of Russian Empress Alexandra Fyodorovna
• Grigory Vyrubov (1843–1913), Russian philosopher and historian of science

Notes and References

1. https://vesyegonsk.tverlib.ru/dvoryane-vyrubovy-vesegonskie-pomeshchiki