Shilov

Shilov (Шилов) is a widespread family name among Russians. It is derived from the word "шило", awl. Notable people of this name include:


 * Alexander Ivanovich Shilov (?-1799), one of the founders of the Skoptzy sect
 * Alexander Maxovich Shilov (b. 1943), prominent Russian portrait painter
 * Alexander Yevgenyevich Shilov (1930–2014), Soviet expert in physical chemistry
 * Georgii Evgen'evich Shilov (1917–1975), Soviet mathematician and expert in functional analysis
 * Igor Alexandrovich Shilov (1921-?), Soviet biologist ecologist
 * Nikolay Alexandrovich Shilov (1872–1930), Russian expert in physical chemistry
 * Sergei Evgenevich Shilov (b. 1969), notable Russian writer and essayist
 * Vassily Shilov, a Russian explorer and merchant who created the first map of the Aleutian Islands in 1763