Surname · Scandinavian origin
Nystrom
Meaning
The surname Nystrom means New stream.
Origin
Scandinavian
Type
ornamental
The origin of the surname Nystrom
Nyström joins ny, “new,” and ström, “stream.”
What kind of surname is Nystrom?
Nystrom is a ornamental surname. 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 ornamental surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Nystrom mean?
The surname Nystrom means New stream. Nyström joins ny, “new,” and ström, “stream.”
Where does the surname Nystrom come from?
Nystrom is a surname of Scandinavian origin.
What kind of surname is Nystrom?
Nystrom is a ornamental surname.
What are other Scandinavian surnames?
Other Scandinavian surnames include Andersson, Bergstrom, Eriksson, Hansen, Johansson, Karlsson.