Andersson
The origin of the surname Andersson
Andersson, the most common Swedish surname, means “son of Anders.” The -sson ending means “son of.”
What kind of surname is Andersson?
Andersson is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name. It belongs to the Scandinavian naming tradition — you can read how Scandinavian surnames were formed on our Scandinavian last names page.
Other Scandinavian surnames
Other patronymic surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Andersson mean?
The surname Andersson means Son of Anders (Andrew). Andersson, the most common Swedish surname, means “son of Anders.” The -sson ending means “son of.”
Where does the surname Andersson come from?
Andersson is a surname of Scandinavian origin.
What kind of surname is Andersson?
Andersson is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name.
What are other Scandinavian surnames?
Other Scandinavian surnames include Bergstrom, Eriksson, Hansen, Johansson, Karlsson, Larsson.