Sorenson

Sorenson is a British surname of Scandinavian origin, commonly associated with individuals of Danish or Norwegian descent. The name derives from the first name "Søren", a Danish and Norwegian form of the name "Sørensen", meaning "son of Søren".

The Sorenson surname has been present in the British Isles since the medieval period, when Scandinavian settlers arrived in the region. Over time, it has become established among British families, often through marriage or migration.

Variants of the surname include "Sørensen" and "Svensson", reflecting the diversity of Scandinavian linguistic patterns. Notable individuals bearing the surname Sorenson have made contributions to various fields, including academia, the arts, business, and politics, enriching the cultural landscape of Britain.

As a surname with roots in Scandinavian heritage, Sorenson symbolises the enduring legacy of Norse influence in British history and reflects the interconnectedness of European cultures through migration and trade.

There are approximately 142 people named Sorenson in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Sorenson.

Surname type: From name of parent

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Albert
  • Alex
  • Darren
  • David
  • Edward
  • Ian
  • John
  • Joseph
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Thomas
  • Walter

Female

  • Alice
  • Christina
  • Christine
  • Claire
  • Coral
  • Denise
  • Elizabeth
  • Joanne
  • Jocelyn
  • Kathleen
  • Margaret
  • Sarah
  • Thelma

Similar and related surnames

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