CHRISTOFFERSEN
Christoffersen
Christoffersen is a British surname with Scandinavian origins, particularly from Denmark and Norway. The name is a patronymic form of the given name Christoffer, which is a cognate of the English name Christopher, meaning "Christ-bearer".
Origins
The surname Christoffersen is derived from the Old Norse personal name Kristófor, made up of the elements "Kristr" meaning "Christ" and "fari" meaning "to bear". In ancient Scandinavia, patronymic surnames were commonly used, hence the addition of "-sen" or "-son" to the father's name to indicate "son of Christoffer".
Distribution
The surname Christoffersen is most commonly found in areas with a historical influence of Scandinavian settlement and migration, such as parts of England, particularly in regions like Yorkshire and East Anglia. Over time, the surname may have been anglicised or modified to fit the local linguistic patterns.
Famous Bearers
Notable individuals bearing the surname Christoffersen include:
- Kristian Christoffersen - A renowned Scandinavian historian known for his works on Viking culture.
- Sophie Christoffersen - A British-Danish novelist celebrated for her contributions to contemporary fiction.
References
For further information on the surname Christoffersen and its significance in British history and genealogy, refer to academic works on Scandinavian immigration patterns and surname etymology.
There are approximately 95 people named Christoffersen in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Christoffersen.
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