Andren

Andren is a British surname with Scandinavian origins. The name is believed to have been brought to the British Isles by Nordic settlers during the Viking Age. The surname Andren is a patronymic surname, meaning "son of Anders", with "Anders" being a Scandinavian form of the name Andrew.

Individuals with the surname Andren are likely to have ancestral ties to Sweden or other Nordic countries. The name may have undergone variations in spelling and pronunciation over time, depending on regional dialects and migration patterns.

The Andren surname is relatively uncommon in Britain, but those who bear it may take pride in their Norse heritage and the rich history associated with Viking culture. The name Andren serves as a reminder of the enduring legacy of Scandinavian influences in the British Isles.

There are approximately 24 people named Andren in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Andren.

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

  • David
  • Thomas

Female

  • Ulrica

Similar and related surnames

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

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