There are
1398
Jeppesens in the USA
Jeppesen is the
19348th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Jeppesen

NielsBohr

Niels Bohr was a Danish physicist who made foundational contributions to understanding atomic structure and quantum theory. He won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1922.

ErikBruhn

Erik Bruhn was a prominent Danish ballet dancer and choreographer. He was considered one of the greatest male dancers of the 20th century.

Larsvon

Lars von Trier is a Danish film director and screenwriter known for his provocative and controversial works. He co-founded the Dogme 95 movement.

HansChristian

Hans Christian Andersen was a Danish author known for his fairy tales, including 'The Little Mermaid' and 'The Ugly Duckling.' He is considered one of the greatest storytellers in the world.

EvaJørgensen

Eva Jørgensen is a Danish fashion model and entrepreneur. She co-founded the luxury brand 'Jørgensen Jewellery.'

FreddiePedersen

Freddie Pedersen is a Danish footballer who plays as a forward for the Danish national team and FC Copenhagen.

PernilleHarder

Pernille Harder is a Danish professional footballer who currently plays as a forward for Chelsea FC in the English Women's Super League.

ViggoMortensen

Viggo Mortensen is a Danish-American actor, poet, musician, photographer, and painter. He is known for his roles in films like 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy and 'Eastern Promises.'

PeterHøeg

Peter Høeg is a Danish author known for his novel 'Smilla's Sense of Snow,' which was adapted into a critically acclaimed film.

HelleThorning-Schmidt

Helle Thorning-Schmidt is a Danish politician who served as the Prime Minister of Denmark from 2011 to 2015. She was the first woman to hold the position.

Jeppesen Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Jeppesen' is of Danish origin and is derived from the personal name 'Jepp' or 'Jeppe,' which is a diminutive form of the name 'Jesper.' 'Jesper' is derived from the Old Norse name 'Asgeirr,' which means 'spear of the gods.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Jeppesen' is primarily found in Denmark, as it is a Danish surname. However, due to migration and immigration, it can also be found in other countries with Danish diaspora communities.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Jeppesen' include 'Jepperson' and 'Jepsen.'
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Jeppesen' may have migrated or immigrated to countries such as the United States, Canada, and Australia, especially during periods of Danish emigration in the 19th and early 20th centuries.