MADSEN

Patronymic

Meaning

Son of Mads, a Scandinavian given name.

Etymology

A patronymic surname formed from the given name Mads, which is a Scandinavian form of Matthew. The -sen suffix indicates 'son of' in Danish and Norwegian.

About the MADSEN Surname

Madsen is a common Scandinavian patronymic surname indicating descent from Mads. It is widespread throughout Denmark and Norway.

Distribution

Primarily found in Denmark, Norway, and Scandinavian diaspora communities worldwide.

Notable Bearers

Viggo Madsen (Danish actor), Søren Madsen (Danish footballer)

People with the MADSEN Surname

RALPH E. MADSEN