JESPERSEN
Jespersen
Origin and Meaning: Jespersen is a surname of Scandinavian origin, derived from the given name "Jesper," which itself is a form of the name "Jesperus," a Latinized version of the Hebrew name "Yeshua," meaning "God is salvation."
Distribution: The surname Jespersen is most commonly found in Denmark and Norway, where it is a relatively common surname.
Notable Individuals:
- Laurits Jespersen (1893-1960): Danish physicist known for his research in the field of atomic physics.
- Camilla Jespersen (born 1985): Norwegian footballer who has represented the national team.
Variants: Variants of the surname Jespersen include Jespers, Jesper, and Jesperson.
Genealogy: The Jespersen surname is typically passed down paternally, following the traditional naming conventions of Western cultures.
Coat of Arms: The Jespersen surname does not have a widely recognised coat of arms associated with it.
Modern Influence: Today, individuals bearing the surname Jespersen can be found across the world, reflecting the global diaspora of Scandinavian descendants.
References:
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
- Jespersen, K. G. (2006). Danish Surnames - Problems and Possibilities. Museum Tusculanum Press.
There are approximately 85 people named Jespersen in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Jespersen.
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
- Alistair
- Carsten
- Erik
- Gunnar
- Ian
Female
- Anna
- Diana
- Pauline
- Pia
- Trine