Christenson

Patronymic

Meaning

Son of Christen or Christian.

Etymology

A patronymic surname derived from the given name Christen or Christian, with the Scandinavian patronymic suffix '-son'. The name reflects the common Scandinavian practice of forming surnames from father's names.

About the Christenson Surname

A Scandinavian patronymic surname indicating descent from a man named Christen or Christian. The name became widespread through Scandinavian immigration to North America.

Distribution

Primarily found in Scandinavian countries and North America, particularly among descendants of Scandinavian immigrants.

Notable Bearers

Christenson family members in various fields

People with the Christenson Surname