Norwegian Last Names: A Comprehensive Guide

Are you curious about the origins and meanings behind Norwegian last names? This guide delves into the fascinating world of Norwegian surnames, exploring their diverse origins and rich cultural significance. From traditional patronymics to descriptive names, discover the stories behind some of the most common and unique Norwegian last names.
1. **Aasen:** From the place name "Aasen", meaning "the meadow".
2. **Aas:** Meaning "meadow" or "pasture".
3. **Abrahamsen:** Son of Abraham.
4. **Ackermann:** A man from the field or from the acre.
5. **Ager:** Meaning "field" or "acre".
6. **Ahlgren:** Meaning "alder grove".
7. **Ahlsen:** From the place name "Ahlsen", meaning "alder grove".
8. **Ahlström:** Meaning "alder stream".
9. **Alfsen:** Son of Alf, a name meaning "elf" or "wise".
10. **Andersen:** Son of Anders, a name meaning "man" or "human".
11. **Andresen:** Son of Andreas, a name meaning "manly" or "strong".
12. **Angell:** Meaning "angel".
13. **Antonsen:** Son of Anton, a name meaning "priceless" or "valuable".
14. **Arnesen:** Son of Arne, a name meaning "eagle".
15. **Asbjørnsen:** Son of Asbjørn, a name meaning "divine bear".
16. **Bakken:** Meaning "the hill".
17. **Balsrud:** Meaning "the farm by the mountain stream".
18. **Berg:** Meaning "mountain" or "hill".
19. **Bergersen:** Son of Berger, meaning "mountain dweller".
20. **Berntsen:** Son of Bernt, a name meaning "bright" or "famous".
21. **Bjerke:** Meaning "the birch tree".
22. **Bjørnsen:** Son of Bjørn, a name meaning "bear".
23. **Bø:** Meaning "farm" or "settlement".
24. **Christensen:** Son of Christen, a name meaning "Christian".
25. **Dahl:** Meaning "valley".
26. **Eide:** Meaning "the island".
27. **Ek:** Meaning "the oak tree".
28. **Ellingsen:** Son of Ellingsen, a name meaning "descendant of Ellingsen".
29. **Eriksen:** Son of Erik, a name meaning "everlasting ruler".
30. **Evensen:** Son of Even, a name meaning "young warrior".
31. **Fagerheim:** Meaning "the beautiful home".
32. **Fjell:** Meaning "mountain".
33. **Fjeld:** Meaning "mountain".
34. **Fjeldstad:** Meaning "the town by the mountain".
35. **Flaten:** Meaning "the flatland".
36. **Foss:** Meaning "waterfall".
37. **Fredriksen:** Son of Frederik, a name meaning "peaceful ruler".
38. **Gjerde:** Meaning "fence" or "hedge".
39. **Gundersen:** Son of Gundar, a name meaning "war-god".
40. **Hagen:** Meaning "the garden".
41. **Hansen:** Son of Hans, a name meaning "God is gracious".
42. **Haugen:** Meaning "the hill".
43. **Haugli:** Meaning "the hill by the water".
44. **Hegstad:** Meaning "the town by the hedge".
45. **Helgesen:** Son of Helge, a name meaning "holy" or "sacred".
46. **Henriksen:** Son of Henrik, a name meaning "ruler of the house".
47. **Holm:** Meaning "island" or "islet".
48. **Høiland:** Meaning "the high island".
49. **Høyen:** Meaning "the high one".
50. **Jacobsen:** Son of Jacob, a name meaning "supplanter".