Westgard

Meaning

A person from the western enclosure or fortified place.

Etymology

Combines Scandinavian 'west' (west) with 'gard' or 'gård' (enclosure, farmstead, fortified place). The name reflects Norse settlement patterns and defensive structures.

About the Westgard Surname

A Scandinavian topographic surname indicating a western fortified settlement or farmstead. The name reflects Norse architectural and settlement terminology.

Distribution

Primarily found in Scandinavian countries, particularly Norway and Sweden, with some presence in North America through immigration.

Notable Bearers

Limited notable documentation; primarily Scandinavian regional surname

People with the Westgard Surname