Summary

Norwegian surname with origins from the Old Norse name Hallvarðr, meaning 'rock guard'. Halvorson is a patronymic surname, indicating 'son of Halvor', a common given name in Norway. It has significant historical roots in Norway and is still found among Norwegian descendants in various parts of the world.
There are
6298
Halvorsons in the USA
Halvorson is the
5520th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Halvorson

JohnHalvorson

John Halvorson was a Norwegian politician and served as the Minister of Finance from 1997 to 2001.

KristinHalvorson

Kristin Halvorson is an American author and content strategist, known for her work on content marketing and user experience.

MartinHalvorson

Martin Halvorson was a Swedish physicist who made significant contributions to the field of particle physics.

EmmaHalvorson

Emma Halvorson was an Australian suffragette who played a vital role in the women's rights movement in the late 19th century.

ErikHalvorson

Erik Halvorson was a Danish explorer and cartographer who mapped several unexplored regions of the Arctic.

Halvorson Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Halvorson originates from Norway and Sweden.
Geographic DistributionThe surname Halvorson is commonly found in Norway, Sweden, the United States, and Australia.
VariationsVariations of the surname Halvorson include Halverson, Halvorsen, and Halvorssen.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname Halvorson occurred throughout the 19th and 20th centuries, primarily from Norway and Sweden to the United States and Australia. The main reasons for migration were seeking better economic opportunities, escaping poverty, and the desire for a new start in a foreign land.