The surname Anderson is a patronymic derived from Anders, the Swedish equivalent of Greek Andreas. In Sweden, Anders had been one of the most common personal names for many centuries when the patronymics were converted into family names; thus explaining the large number of people bearing the surname Andersson.
Where did the Anderson clan originated?
It is believed that many Andersons took the name from St. Andrew, the patron saint of Scotland, and as such there is no definitive common clan ancestor. A large number of Andersons originated in Aberdeen and Elgin in the north west of the country, although the name has historically been found across Scotland.
What is the difference between Anderson and Andersen?
"Andersen" is the surname of the famous Danish fairy tale writer, Hans Christian Andersen. "Anderson" is a common surname in Anglophone countries.
Is Andersen a Danish name?
Andersen Name Meaning Danish and Norwegian: patronymic from the personal name Anders, a vernacular form of Andreas.
Is the name Anderson Swedish?
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Is Anderson German?
Early Origins of the Anderson family From early on, the name was represented by predominantly Danish families, although most of the Schleswig branches and many of the southern Danish branches spoke German.
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What does Anderson mean in Scottish?
Anderson is a patronymic name meaning “son of Andrew,” particularly popular in Scotland where St. Andrew is the patron saint.