Carlsson

Scandinavian

"Carl's son"

Carlsson Origin and Meaning

The name Carlsson is a boy's name.

Carlsson is a masculine name originating as a Scandinavian patronymic surname meaning 'son of Carl.' The double 's' spelling is particularly characteristic of Swedish naming traditions, distinguishing it from the single 's' variants found in other Nordic countries. The name Carl (or Karl) itself derives from Old German, meaning 'free man' or 'strong man.' As a first name, Carlsson is extremely rare, representing an unconventional choice that maintains strong connections to Swedish heritage. The transition from surname to given name follows a broader trend of using family names as first names, though Carlsson remains much less common than similar options like Carson or Carter. For families with Swedish ancestry, it might serve as a way to honor family heritage while providing a distinctive, meaningful name option.

Famous People Named Carlsson

• Arvid Carlsson winner o the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine