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most common last name in the USAHistorical figures and celebrities called Christophersen
ChristopherColumbus
Christopher Columbus was an Italian explorer who completed four voyages across the Atlantic Ocean, opening the way for widespread European exploration and the eventual conquest of the Americas by Europeans.ChristophWillibald
Christoph Willibald Gluck was an 18th-century composer of Italian and French opera. His works are considered important in the development of opera as an art form.ChristopherHitchens
Christopher Hitchens was a British-American author, journalist, and critic, known for his atheism and criticism of religion. He was a prominent figure in the New Atheism movement.ChristopherMarlowe
Christopher Marlowe was an English playwright, poet, and translator of the Elizabethan era. He is best known for his plays 'Doctor Faustus' and 'Tamburlaine the Great.'KristenWiig
Kristen Wiig is an American actress, comedian, and writer known for her work on 'Saturday Night Live' and her roles in films such as 'Bridesmaids' and 'Ghostbusters.'ChristopherNolan
Christopher Nolan is a British-American film director, screenwriter, and producer known for his dark, psychological thrillers such as 'Inception' and 'The Dark Knight' trilogy.ChristophWaltz
Christoph Waltz is an Austrian actor known for his roles in films directed by Quentin Tarantino, including 'Inglourious Basterds' and 'Django Unchained.' He has won two Academy Awards for Best Supporting Actor.ChristophMaria
Christoph Maria Herbst is a German actor and comedian known for his role as Bernd Stromberg in the television series 'Stromberg,' for which he won several awards.KristopherNava
Kristopher Nava is an American actor known for his role as Toby Hernandez in the television series '13 Reasons Why.'KristofferPolaha
Kristoffer Polaha is an American actor known for his roles in television series such as 'Life Unexpected' and 'Ringer,' as well as films like 'Where Hope Grows.'Christophersen Genealogy
OriginsThe name 'Christophersen' is a patronymic surname derived from the given name 'Christophe,' which is the French form of 'Christopher.' It indicates 'son of Christophe.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Christophersen' is most commonly found in Norway, reflecting its Norwegian origins. It may also be found in other Scandinavian countries and in areas with Norwegian immigrant populations.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Christophersen' include 'Christopherson,' 'Christoffersen,' 'Christoffersson,' 'Christofersen,' and 'Christoferson.'
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Christophersen' may have migrated or immigrated to various countries, particularly during periods of Norwegian emigration and in search of economic opportunities.