Surname · Scandinavian origin
Larsson
Meaning
The surname Larsson means Son of Lars.
Origin
Scandinavian
Type
patronymic
Variants
1
The origin of the surname Larsson
Larsson means “son of Lars,” a form of Laurence.
What kind of surname is Larsson?
Larsson 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.
Variants & spellings of Larsson
You may also see this surname written as:
- Larsen
Other Scandinavian surnames
Other patronymic surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Larsson mean?
The surname Larsson means Son of Lars. Larsson means “son of Lars,” a form of Laurence.
Where does the surname Larsson come from?
Larsson is a surname of Scandinavian origin.
What kind of surname is Larsson?
Larsson is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name.
What are other spellings of Larsson?
Variant spellings of Larsson include Larsen.
What are other Scandinavian surnames?
Other Scandinavian surnames include Andersson, Bergstrom, Eriksson, Hansen, Johansson, Karlsson.