ENGSTROM
Engstrom
Engstrom is a surname of British origin derived from Scandinavian and Anglo-Saxon roots. The name is believed to have originated from the Old Norse personal name "Engil", which means "angel" or "messenger". The addition of "strom" likely refers to a place or region.
The Engstrom surname has been found mainly in the northern regions of England, particularly in areas with historical Viking influence, such as Yorkshire and Northumbria. The name may have been brought to England by Scandinavian settlers during the Viking Age or may have developed independently among Anglo-Saxon communities.
Over the centuries, the Engstrom surname has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, carried by families who migrated or moved for various reasons. Today, individuals with the surname Engstrom can be found in different countries, especially in regions with significant British or Scandinavian heritage.
The Engstrom surname reflects the rich history of cultural exchange and migration that has shaped the British Isles. It serves as a reminder of the ancestral roots and diverse influences that have contributed to the tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 135 people named Engstrom in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Engstrom.
Origin: Scandinavian
Region of origin: Europe
Religion of origin: Christian
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andreas
- Gunnar
- Hans
- Lars
- Peter
Female
- Ann
- Christine
- Margita
- Solvi
- Zoe