There are
1597
Odegards in the USA
Odegard is the
17596th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Odegard

IvarOdegard

Ivar Odegard was a Norwegian-American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Minnesota.

BeritOdegard

Berit Odegard is a Norwegian cross-country skier who won multiple medals at the Winter Olympics and World Championships.

ErlandOdegard

Erland Odegard is a Norwegian footballer who played as a midfielder for various clubs in Norway and Sweden.

LotteOdegard

Lotte Odegard is a Norwegian actress known for her roles in Norwegian films and television series.

KjellOdegard

Kjell Odegard is a Norwegian guitarist and composer, known for his work in the jazz and fusion genres.

OleOdegard

Ole Odegard is a Norwegian ski jumper who competed in the 1992 Winter Olympics and World Ski Championships.

LivOdegard

Liv Odegard is a Norwegian author and poet, known for her works exploring themes of identity and cultural heritage.

ErikOdegard

Erik Odegard is an American record producer and songwriter, known for his collaborations with various artists in the music industry.

KristinOdegard

Kristin Odegard is a Norwegian politician who has served as a member of the Norwegian Parliament.

MonaOdegard

Mona Odegard is a Norwegian handball player who represented Norway at several international tournaments.

Odegard Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Odegard' is of Norwegian origin. It is derived from the combination of the Old Norse elements 'Óðr' meaning 'spirit' or 'passion' and 'garðr' meaning 'enclosure' or 'encampment'. The name likely originated as a toponymic surname, referring to someone who lived near or owned a 'spiritual' or 'passionate' enclosure or farm.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Odegard' is most commonly found in Norway, especially in the regions of Vestfold, Telemark, and Eastern Norway. It may also be found among Norwegian descendants in countries with significant Norwegian immigrant populations such as the United States, Canada, and Australia.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Odegard' include 'Odegård', 'Odgaard', and 'Odsgard'.
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Odegard' is associated with Norwegian immigration to the United States, particularly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Many Norwegians with the surname 'Odegard' settled in the Midwestern states, especially Minnesota and North Dakota, where they established farms and contributed to the development of Norwegian-American communities.