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Karstenss in the USA35537th
most common last name in the USAHistorical figures and celebrities called Karstens
Adolfvon
Adolf von Henning Friedrich Karsten (November 19, 1817 – November 1, 1908) was a German botanist.ÉmilieWinkelmann
Émilie Winkelmann (née Karsten; 1860–1938) was an Estonian-German novelist, dramatist, essayist and translator.DennisKarsten
Dennis Karsten (born 1971), Dutch darts player.LanceKarsten
Lance Karsten (born 1973), Dutch darts player.JanKarsten
Jan Karsten (1912–1989), Dutch sprinter.RobertKarsten
Robert Karsten (19th century), Dutch mountain climber.GustavKarsten
Gustav Karsten (1889–1934), Estonian politician.JohannesKarsten
Johannes Karsten (1914–1995), Estonian historian.KarstenJohansson
Karsten Johansson (born 17 December 1960) is a Swedish competitive sailor and Olympic medalist. He won a bronze medal in the Soling class at the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul or more affectionately known as KKJ.AloKarsten
Alo Karsten (born May 5, 1967) is an Estonian football coach and a former professional footballer. He is currently the head coach of the Estonia women's national football team.Karstens Genealogy
OriginsThe surname 'Karstens' is of German and Dutch origin. It is a patronymic surname derived from the given name 'Karsten,' which itself is a variant of the name 'Christian.' The name 'Karsten' means 'follower of Christ' or 'anointed one.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Karstens' is most commonly found in Germany and the Netherlands, where it originated. It may also be found in other countries with significant German and Dutch immigrant populations, such as the United States, Canada, and Australia.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Karstens' include 'Karstensen' and 'Karsten.'
Migration and ImmigrationThe migration and immigration of people with the surname 'Karstens' can be traced back to the German and Dutch diasporas. Many Germans and Dutch emigrated to other countries, including the United States, during periods of economic hardship or political unrest. As a result, the surname 'Karstens' can be found in various parts of the world.