TheNameDBEkengren
TopographicMeaning
Possibly 'oak branch' or a topographic reference combining oak-related elements with a directional or locational component.
Etymology
From Old Norse or Swedish elements potentially including 'ek' (oak) combined with 'gren' (branch), though the exact composition and meaning require further research. The surname likely originated in Scandinavian regions with significant oak forests.
About the Ekengren Surname
A Scandinavian topographic surname likely related to oak trees or forest features. The name remains relatively uncommon and primarily found in Nordic regions.
Distribution
Scandinavia, particularly Sweden.
Notable Bearers
No widely known notable bearers