ENGEBRETSEN
Engebretsen
Engebretsen is a Scandinavian surname of Norwegian origin, with the prefix "Enge" possibly derived from the Old Norse word for meadow or enclosure. The suffix "-bretsen" is a patronymic element, denoting "son of Brett". This surname is primarily found in Norway and is less common in other Scandinavian countries.
The Engebretsen surname likely originated as a patronymic surname, indicating descent from a man named Brett. Over time, the surname became fixed and passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary family name. The name Engebretsen may have ancestral ties to the region of Norway, reflecting the family's historical or geographical roots.
Individuals bearing the Engebretsen surname may be able to trace their family lineage through genealogical records and historical documents. In contemporary times, the surname Engebretsen may be found among Norwegians and their descendants living in various parts of the world, contributing to a diverse and global presence of this Scandinavian family name.
There are approximately 24 people named Engebretsen in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Engebretsen.
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