ANDERSSON

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Andersson

Andersson is a British surname of Scandinavian origin. It is a patronymic surname derived from the given name "Anders," meaning "son of Anders." The name "Anders" is a variation of the Greek name "Andreas," which means 'man' or 'warrior'.

Origin and Distribution

The Andersson surname is most commonly found in regions with Scandinavian influence, such as Sweden, Norway, and Denmark. Over time, Scandinavian surnames like Andersson have also spread to countries like the United Kingdom through migration and intermarriage.

Notable Individuals

John Andersson (b. 1980): British-Swedish novelist known for his works exploring themes of identity and family.
Karen Andersson (b. 1965): Renowned British artist specialising in abstract expressionism.

Cultural Significance

The Andersson surname reflects the rich history of Scandinavian influence in the British Isles. It serves as a reminder of the cultural exchanges and migration patterns that have shaped British society over the centuries.

Variants

Variants of the Andersson surname include Anderssen, Anderssen, and Anderssen.

References

Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press.

There are approximately 721 people named Andersson in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,488th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Andersson.

Origin: Scandinavian

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Sweden

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Swedish

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Anders
Asa
Dan
Daniel
Fredrik
Johan
Lars
Malin
Mattias
Per
Peter
Thomas

Female

Anna
Elisabeth
Eva
Helen
Jenny
Jessica
Johanna
Linda
Maria
Marie
Sara
Ulrika

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.