The term “tribology” was first introduced in 1966 in the Jost Report of the British Ministry of Science and Education. In this report, tribology was defined as the science and technology of surfaces in relative motion and their related applications. The historical development of hip joint prostheses, which are frequently used in daily orthopedic practice, has been influenced by tribology and has shaped modern hip arthroplasty. One of the most significant developments related to tribology in the orthopedic literature began in the 1970s with Sir John Charnley’s introduction of the concept of low-friction total hip arthroplasty. In current orthopedic practice, various bearing surface combinations are used in total hip arthroplasty. The number of studies focusing on bearing surfaces used in hip prostheses, as well as the budget allocated to this research, has been increasing steadily. As a result, more durable, safe, and successful bearing surfaces are being developed.