CLAUSEN

Clausen

Clausen is a British surname of Scandinavian origin meaning "son of Claus". It traces its roots to Denmark and Norway, where it is a popular surname. The name "Claus" is derived from the Latin name "Nicholas", meaning victory of the people.

Origins

The Clausen surname arrived in Britain during the Viking invasions and subsequent settlements in the early medieval period. Many Scandinavians settled in the British Isles, and as a result, surnames like Clausen became integrated into the local naming conventions.

Distribution

The Clausen surname is relatively rare in Britain compared to its prevalence in Scandinavia. It is most commonly found in areas with historical ties to Norse settlements, such as parts of Scotland and northern England.

Notable Individuals

• Hans Clausen (1802-1874): A renowned Norwegian painter known for his landscape and portrait works.
• Karen Clausen (b. 1985): A British actress known for her roles in various stage productions.

Variants

The surname Clausen can have several variations due to linguistic differences between Scandinavian countries and anglicized spellings. Variants include Clauson, Clawson, and Klaussen.

References

• Hanks, P., Hardcastle, K., Hodges, F. (2006). A Dictionary of Surnames. Oxford University Press.
• Reaney, P. H., Wilson, R. M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.

Origin: Scandinavian

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Denmark

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Danish

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

• Anthony
• Christian
• David
• Frank
• Hans
• John
• Jonathan
• Lars
• Mark
• Michael
• Ole
• Peter
• Robert
• Rupert

Female

• Ann
• Anne
• Claire
• Eleanor
• Fiona
• Heidi
• Helen
• Jean
• Kelly-lee
• Lisa
• Louise
• Marissa
• Nicolai
• Sophie
• Susanne

Similar and related surnames

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