How common is the Amundsen surname?

There are approximately 15,000 people with the surname Amundsen in the United States.

Are there Amundsen soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 2 soldiers with the Amundsen surname appear in Civil War records.

Amundsen

Q: What does the surname Amundsen mean?

The surname Amundsen means "Son of Amund, where Amund is a Germanic name meaning 'ancestor' or 'protection'.". It is of Scandinavian (Norwegian/Danish) origin.

Patronymic

Meaning

Son of Amund, where Amund is a Germanic name meaning 'ancestor' or 'protection'.

Etymology

The surname is a patronymic form derived from the Old Norse given name Amund, combined with the suffix '-sen' meaning son. Amund itself comes from Germanic roots relating to ancestry or protection.

About the Amundsen Surname

A Scandinavian patronymic surname meaning son of Amund, derived from Old Norse naming traditions. The name is particularly associated with Norwegian exploration and maritime history.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 15,000 bearers in the United States #908 most common surname

Rare Common

Primarily found in Norway, Denmark, and other Scandinavian countries.

Amundsen Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Amundsen Surname

Roald Amundsen

Captain

Quick Facts

Origin: Scandinavian (Norwegian/Danish)
Classification: Patronymic
Earliest Record: Medieval Scandinavia (exact date uncertain)
Estimated Bearers: 15,000

War Records

2 soldiers with the Amundsen surname found in Civil War records.

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