HALVORSEN

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Halvorsen

Halvorsen is a Norwegian-origin surname that is also found in Britain due to historical migration patterns. The name is derived from the Old Norse personal name Hallvarðr, meaning "rock defender". The suffix -sen indicates "son of", making Halvorsen the son of Hallvarðr.

The Halvorsen surname is most commonly found in Scandinavian countries, especially in Norway. In Britain, individuals with the surname Halvorsen are likely descendants of Norwegian immigrants who settled in the country.

Notable individuals with the surname Halvorsen may have made contributions in various fields such as arts, sciences, politics, or sports. Researching family histories and genealogy may provide more insight into the specific individuals bearing the Halvorsen surname in Britain.

There are approximately 152 people named Halvorsen in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Halvorsen.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Adam
Ben
Brian
Christopher
Clifford
Darren
John
Jonny
Peter
Roger
Rune
Stephen
Thomas
Tom

Female

Catherine
Christina
Claire
Edith
Linda
Louise
Lynda
Margaret
Mona
Nadine
Rachel
Rita
Susan
Tina

Similar and related surnames

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