TheNameDBAmundsen
PatronymicMeaning
Son of Amund, where Amund is a Germanic name meaning 'ancestor' or 'protection'.
Etymology
The surname is a patronymic form derived from the Old Norse given name Amund, combined with the suffix '-sen' meaning son. Amund itself comes from Germanic roots relating to ancestry or protection.
About the Amundsen Surname
A Scandinavian patronymic surname meaning son of Amund, derived from Old Norse naming traditions. The name is particularly associated with Norwegian exploration and maritime history.
Distribution
Primarily found in Norway, Denmark, and other Scandinavian countries.
Notable Bearers
Roald Amundsen (Norwegian polar explorer), Odd Amundsen