Hansen

Patronymic

Meaning

Son of Hans, where Hans is the Scandinavian form of the name John.

Etymology

Derived from the Scandinavian personal name Hans (a form of John) with the patronymic suffix '-sen' meaning 'son of'. This is one of the most common patronymic formations in Scandinavian countries.

About the Hansen Surname

One of the most common Scandinavian surnames, derived from the patronymic 'son of Hans'. The surname has spread worldwide through Scandinavian emigration, particularly to North America.

Distribution

Extremely common in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, with significant presence in North America and other English-speaking countries due to Scandinavian immigration.

Notable Bearers

Viggo Mortensen (actor), Poul Henningsen (Danish politician), Niels Bohr's family

People with the Hansen Surname

Widmer Hansen

Midshipman