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Engebretsons in the USA11679th
most common last name in the USAHistorical figures and celebrities called Engebretson
OleEngebretson
Norwegian immigrant who settled in Minnesota, USA. He was a prominent farmer and community leader in the late 19th century.IngaEngebretson
Norwegian painter known for her landscape paintings depicting the natural beauty of the fjords and mountains.LarsEngebretson
Danish seafarer and explorer who sailed with the famous navigator Captain Cook on his voyages to the Pacific.AnnaEngebretson
Swedish suffragette and women's rights activist during the early 20th century, advocating for gender equality and voting rights.ErikEngebretson
Finnish composer and conductor known for his symphonies and choral compositions influenced by Scandinavian folk music.Engebretson Genealogy
OriginsEngebretson is a surname of Scandinavian origin, primarily found in Norway, Denmark, Sweden, and Finland.
Geographic DistributionThe surname Engebretson is prevalent in Scandinavian countries, as well as regions with Nordic diaspora like the United States and Canada.
VariationsOther variations of Engebretson include Engebretsen, Engebretsonen, Engebretsen, Engebresten, and Engebretsdatter.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname Engebretson occurred primarily during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Many Scandinavians, including Engebretsons, immigrated to North America, particularly to regions like Minnesota, Wisconsin, and the Midwest, in search of better economic opportunities and farmland.