There are
170
Norses in the USA
Norse is the
105079th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Norse

LeifErikson

Leif Erikson was a Norse explorer and is believed to be the first European to land in North America, centuries before Christopher Columbus. He is considered a significant figure in Norse history and the exploration of new lands.

HaraldHardrada

Harald Hardrada, also known as Harald III of Norway, was a Norse king who led military campaigns and attempted to expand his kingdom. He is particularly known for his invasion of England in 1066, which ultimately resulted in his death in the Battle of Stamford Bridge.

Erikthe

Erik the Red, born in Norway, was a Norse explorer and founder of the first Norse settlements in Greenland. He is regarded as an important figure in Norse exploration and colonization.

Rollo

Rollo, also known as Gange-Rolf, was a Norse Viking chieftain and the founder of the Viking principality that eventually became Normandy, a region in northern France. His descendants went on to become prominent rulers, including William the Conqueror.

BjornIronside

Bjorn Ironside was a legendary Norse Viking warrior and the son of the famous Viking king Ragnar Lothbrok. He is said to have played a significant role in Viking raids and conquests during the Viking Age.

Norse Genealogy

OriginsThe Norse surname originated in Scandinavia, particularly in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. It is associated with individuals of Scandinavian descent.
Geographic DistributionThe Norse surname is most commonly found in Norway, where it has a significant presence. It is also found in other Scandinavian countries such as Sweden and Denmark.
VariationsVariations of the Norse surname include Norr, Norsk, and Norsson.
Migration and ImmigrationThe Norse surname has a history of migration and immigration, particularly during the Viking Age when Scandinavian people explored and settled in various parts of Europe and beyond.