CHRISTENSEN

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

Christensen

The surname Christensen is of Danish and Norwegian origin, and is derived from the personal name Christian, which is itself a given name of Latin origin meaning "follower of Christ". The suffix "-sen" indicates "son of", making Christensen mean "son of Christian".

The Christensen surname is relatively common in Denmark and Norway, and is often found in countries with significant Scandinavian populations, including the United Kingdom. The name may have been introduced to Britain through immigration or as a result of historical connections between Britain and Scandinavia.

Individuals with the surname Christensen have made notable contributions in various fields, including sports, academia, and the arts. The name has gained recognition in popular culture, with several well-known personalities bearing the surname Christensen.

The Christensen surname reflects a heritage rooted in Danish and Norwegian culture and language, and continues to be carried by individuals proud of their Scandinavian ancestry.

There are approximately 1,338 people named Christensen in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,873rd most common surname in Britain. Around 21 in a million people in Britain are named Christensen.

Origin: Scandinavian

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Norway

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Norwegian

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Alan
Colin
David
Flemming
Jens
John
Mark
Michael
Paul
Per
Peter
Thomas

Female

Anne
Charlotte
Christine
Elizabeth
Karen
Lisa
Mary
Mette
Patricia
Sarah
Susan
Trudi

Similar and related surnames

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