What does the surname Christiansen mean?

The surname Christiansen means "Son of Christian.". It is of Scandinavian origin.

How common is the Christiansen surname?

There are approximately 45,000 people with the surname Christiansen in the United States.

Are there Christiansen soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 26 soldiers with the Christiansen surname appear in Civil War records.

Christiansen

Patronymic

Meaning

Son of Christian.

Etymology

A patronymic surname derived from the given name Christian, with the Scandinavian patronymic suffix '-sen'. This is the most common Scandinavian spelling variant of the patronymic form.

About the Christiansen Surname

A common Scandinavian patronymic surname derived from the Christian name Christian. The name has spread globally through Scandinavian emigration.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 45,000 bearers in the United States #549 most common surname

Rare Common

Widespread in Scandinavian countries, particularly Denmark and Norway, with significant populations in North America and Australia.

Christiansen Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Christiansen Surname

Asage Christiansen

Captain

Quick Facts

Origin: Scandinavian
Classification: Patronymic
Earliest Record: 17th century Scandinavia
Estimated Bearers: 45,000

War Records

26 soldiers with the Christiansen surname found in Civil War records.

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